coordinates the nursing care for assigned patients. Utilizing the nursing
process, the Registered Nurse (RN) assesses, plans, implements and evaluates,
in collaboration with the patient, family and other health team members, the
nursing care for assigned patients, demonstrating clinical competency and
maintaining standards of professional nursing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION,
CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.
Valid RN license. Diploma, ADN/ASN, BSN or
MSN.
2.
BLS Required
3.
EXPERIENCE:
1.
Minimum of one year health care experience
preferred
2.
3.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION,
CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.
EXPERIENCE:
1.
2.
CORE
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The
statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work
being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended
to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.
Other duties may be assigned.
1.
Performs all duties and assumes staff nurse
responsibilities while providing patient care. Collects, documents and
analyzes the patients current health status and medical history. Completes
admission assessment.
2.
Formulates and initiates plan of care based
on patient needs. Establishes priority of care based on physical,
developmental, and psychological needs. Initiates nursing interventions based
on relevant data collection. Evaluates and documents the effectiveness of
interventions and modifies the plan of care and expected outcomes as
appropriate. Applies these principles while monitoring patient condition and
while providing pain management and other interventions that would be
appropriate.
3.
Appropriately assesses patient/family
learning needs. Provides teaching materials and properly documents when
teaching has been initiated, reinforced, and completed. Demonstrates age
appropriate medication administration while using two unique patient
identifiers. Documents medication administration accurately, including its
effectiveness when appropriate. Scans patient and medication barcodes in
Meditech 85% (% is JMH standard) of the time on units that use BMV as
applicable.
4.
Facilitates problem solving and conflict
resolution between staff, physicians and departments. Makes effective
decisions to resolve clinical and interpersonal problems. Uses tactful
communications in sensitive and/or emotionally charged situations.
5.
Follows up with supervisor regarding any
reported complaints, conflicts, or concerns. Promotes positive public
relations with patients, staff, visitors and physicians. Remains productive
when stressed.
6.
Communicates in a clear and concise manner
with hospital staff and patients, families and visitors. Accurately describes
the clinical situation and elicits input from staff on a consistent basis.
Shares reliable, concise, relevant information in a timely manner to staff,
patient and co-workers.
7.
Uses written, verbal and electronic
communication for maximizing comprehensive information exchange. Practices
active and receptive listening skills to ensure productive results.
8.
Attends in-services, department, and other
hospital meetings. Meet department standard. Accepts and uses constructive criticism
to improve personnel performance. Assumes responsibility for own behaviors
and actions. Seeks to add to knowledge and skills and assumes responsibility
for professional development.
9.
Quickly learns, implements, and mentors
change as it relates to the use of new equipment, procedures, and technology
that improves patient care at WVUH-East. Responds well to change. Actively
assists fellow staff and management in preparation for all credentialing and
licensing surveys (TJC, Medicare, etc.).
10.
Assists the hospital with meeting all Core
Measure goals. Including but not limited to: PI and Quality Blue Initiatives.
Assists the hospital with meeting all Press Ganey, Patient Satisfaction
goals.
11
Informs the patient of rights and
responsibilities. Understands and complies with inter and Intra-facility
transfer guidelines. Implements safety procedures for each patient in
accordance with the patients safety needs. Maintains a clean and safe
environment for all.
12
Complies with Appropriate safety
standards: Narcotic counts, Incident reports, Equipment failures, Crash
cart checks, Medication security. Identifies proper PPE for use in airborne,
droplet, contact, and standard precautions.
13
Collects and transports specimens in
approved containers, according to laboratory specifications. Labels all
specimens correctly in the presence of the patient when appropriate.
Routinely follows universal precautions in all aspects of patient care,
including before invasive procedures are performed.
14
Takes accountability / responsibility for
the correct and documented use of health care resources on the nursing floor.
15
Exercises proper stewardship through the
appropriate use of supplies, equipment, and time. Consistently documents to
ensure that supplies and medications are accurately charged.
16
Performs other duties as assigned which
support the mission and values of the organization
17
Willingly accepts assignments within scope
of practice, skill set and level of competence.
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS: The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
1.
Able to wear latex
or vinyl gloves, with frequent changes and hand washing. Must be able to
wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Cap; Gown; Mask; Eye cover;
Gloves; Waterproof Shoe covers, prn; Lead Apron, prn; Laser Glasses, prn.
2.
Communicate
verbally, written and electronically with healthcare personnel, families and
patients. Must be flexible and work other than the normal shift when needed
and able to take call. May be required to leave work early or asked to work
overtime as deemed by the work load.
3.
Must be proficient
in the use of assorted equipment supplies and techniques associated with the
delivery of patient care
WORKING
ENVIRONMENT: The
work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
1.
May be required to
travel between facilities/buildings. May be exposed to virus, disease, and
infection from patients and specimens in working environment. May be exposed
to traumatic situations including psychiatric crisis, physical injuries and
death.
2.
Must meet
Department of Labors MEDIUM duty standard (MEDIUM WORK- exerting up to 50
pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently,
and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly). Able to bend, stoop, reach and
be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 11-12 hour shift.
Able to ambulate, position, turn and pull up self-assisting adult patients.
3.
While performing
duties of this job the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne
particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk or electrical shock, risk of
radiation and infectious/blood borne diseases. This job may be fast pace.
SKILLS
AND ABILITIES:
1.
Use a computer
keyboard, monitor and mouse and be able to use and apply hospital software
programs.
2.
Answer telephones and transcribe messages
and use patient call system.
3.
Must have or acquire the ability to operate
patient care equipment.
4.
Date
Reviewed/Revised: 01/17/18
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