The Staff RN uses the nursing process to deliver nursing care to a given patient care population as it relates to the care setting. Nursing care is based on the interpretation and execution of the medical and nursing plan of treatment utilizing established procedures standards and protocols of individuals within the assigned work shift. The Staff RN provides nursing care to the population served in the unit. Core Competencies Adheres to infection prevention guidelines Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal care Assesses patient history, physiological, and psychosocial status Communicates with the patient, family, medical staff and others during the continuum of care Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals Complies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goals Interprets common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting process Maintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the profession Participates in activities in alignment with the Magnet Model Participates in organizational activities Participates in Peer Review Participates in professional development activities Performs as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner Provides age-specific individualized care that supports protection from harm and complies with patient safety centered interventions/bundles Provides patient and family education throughout the care of patient Uses critical thinking to formulate and carry out a care plan according to patient needs Utilizes resources in an economical manner Utilizes safe administration of medications Utilizes Safe Patient Handling Department Specific Competencies Adjusts the patient bed appropriately for the procedure. Regulates patient body temperature using warm air blanket or warm blankets. Provides privacy for the patient. Monitors and manages the patient who has recently undergone general or regional anesthesia. Manages adjunctive airway devices effectively, including assisting with intubations. Suctions airway passages effectively and manages use of mechanical ventilation to ensure adequate gas exchange. Removes artificial airway nasopharyngea Oropharyngeal LMAET Tube. Collects and analyzes patient data to ensure airway patency and adequate gas exchange. Assists patients to understand information related to a specific surgery procedure. Monitors patients using the Aldrete Scoring system. Arterial Line Management- Monitors patient with arterial line , Swan-ganz, and CVP. Meets with patient and family regarding feedback and follows up on their issues; Implements planned service recovery strategies, if indicated, appropriately documenting the incident and informing appropriate departments Monitors and reports to the Unit Lead RN any patient or family complaints, intervening before issues arise and implements service recovery strategies as needed. Education Degree Program College Diploma Nursing Additional Information Experience Number of Years Experience Type of Experience 1 ICU, ED, PACU Additional Information N/A License / Certification Requirements Registered Nurse License PALS Certification. ACLS Certification
The Staff RN uses the nursing process to deliver nursing care to a given patient care population as it relates to the care setting. Nursing care is based on the interpretation and execution of the medical and nursing plan of treatment utilizing established procedures standards and protocols of individuals within the assigned work shift. The Staff RN provides nursing care to the population served in the unit. Core Competencies Adheres to infection prevention guidelines Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal care Assesses patient history, physiological, and psychosocial status Communicates with the patient, family, medical staff and others during the continuum of care Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals Complies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goals Interprets common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting process Maintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the profession Participates in activities in alignment with the Magnet Model Participates in organizational activities Participates in Peer Review Participates in professional development activities Performs as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner Provides age-specific individualized care that supports protection from harm and complies with patient safety centered interventions/bundles Provides patient and family education throughout the care of patient Uses critical thinking to formulate and carry out a care plan according to patient needs Utilizes resources in an economical manner Utilizes safe administration of medications Utilizes Safe Patient Handling Department Specific Competencies Adheres to the telecommuting policy and obtains approval prior to using Adheres to annual I will statements. Completes "HIS" documentation on admission and discharge from hospice. Complies with all Medicare regulations governing Hospice. Attends weekly IDG meetings, monthly staff meetings and hospice in-services. Administers medication subcutaneously via a pump for symptom management Recognizes signs and symptoms of the dying process and educates families on what to expect during the end of life transition. Utilizes knowledge of medications and dosages used to treat symptoms commonly experienced during end of life. Communicates with the appropriate interdisciplinary team members any changes in patient's condition or psychosocial status and coordinates changes in support and services to provide maximum comfort and maintain quality of life. Updates the interdisciplinary plan of care every 2 weeks using the "PIG" format - Problem, Intervention, Goal Participates in the monthly chart audit and peer review. Supervises and documents the hospice aide care plan every 2 weeks. Education Degree Program College Diploma Nursing Experience Number of Years Experience Type of Experience 1 Clinical experience in healthcare License / Certification Requirements Registered Nurse License BCLS or ACLS Certification Drivers license, auto insurance and reliable transportation Compensation Range $54.17 - $80.45 / Hour
The Staff RN uses the nursing process to deliver nursing care to a given patient care population as it relates to the care setting. Nursing care is based on the interpretation and execution of the medical and nursing plan of treatment utilizing established procedures standards and protocols of individuals within the assigned work shift. The Staff RN provides nursing care to the population served in the unit. Core Competencies Adheres to infection prevention guidelines Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal care Assesses patient history, physiological, and psychosocial status Communicates with the patient, family, medical staff and others during the continuum of care Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals Complies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goals Interprets common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting process Maintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the profession Participates in activities in alignment with the Magnet Model Participates in organizational activities Participates in Peer Review Participates in professional development activities Performs as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner Provides age-specific individualized care that supports protection from harm and complies with patient safety centered interventions/bundles Provides patient and family education throughout the care of patient Uses critical thinking to formulate and carry out a care plan according to patient needs Utilizes resources in an economical manner Utilizes safe administration of medications Utilizes Safe Patient Handling Department Specific Competencies Schedules patients for procedures and organizes schedule to accommodate contaminated cases, emergency, and routine procedures with physician schedules. Provides information and support for a patient who is making a decision regarding health care. Ensures consent is correctly obtained and documented prior to treatment/procedure. Communicates working knowledge, function, availability and location of all endoscopy equipment Demonstrates knowledge of anesthetic agents, continuously evaluating the patient's progress toward recovery from anesthesia. Performs portable procedures in high stress environments includes Intensive Care Units, Surgery Suite and Emergency Room. Assists the physician with procedures and care of the GI patient. Anticipates needs of physician during procedures. Provides patient comfort measures prior to, during and after procedures. Recovers patients post procedure according to policy and procedure. Transports and moves patients using appropriate body mechanics and safety precautions. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of safe patient handling devices. Completes all assigned procedures in a timely manner and uses time between procedures to department advantage assisting others, clerical duties, stocking, transporting, etc Maintains appropriate inventory and par levels on all supplies, ordering and restocking endoscopy rooms, carts and department. Monitors and reports to the Unit Lead any patient or family complaints, intervening before issues arise and implements service recovery strategies as needed. Pre-cleans endoscopic equipment on completion, cleans and disinfects equipment and accessories to established policies and procedures Uses basic radiology and fluoroscopy practices and wear pratictine equipment correctly. Completes required documentation in EMR and departmental log books in a timely manner. Assumes the responsibility of leadership position in absence of Lead RN or supervisor. Moves the patient or body part to promote surgical exposure while reducing the risk of discomfort and complications. Assumes on-call status and call back as assigned, responding within 30 minutes of receiving call. Education Degree Program College Diploma Nursing Experience Number of Years Experience Type of Experience 2 clinical experience in a hospital setting Additional Information 1 year of endoscopy experience in an outpatient or hospital setting License / Certification Requirements PALS Certification. ACLS Certification Registered Nurse License BCLS or ACLS Certification Compensation Range: $54.47 - $80.45 / Hour
The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) works cooperatively with all team members in planning and performing basic care. The Certified Nurse Assistant supports patient care delivery and is responsible for adhering to all standards of care and for promoting teamwork among coworkers. Core Competencies Address basic human needs in a respectful and caring manner, and documents interventions in EMR Adheres to Infection prevention Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal care Communicates effectively with the patient, family, and medical staff during the continuum of care Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals Complies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goals Establishes priorities to carry out an established care plan according to patient needs Identifies common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting process Maintains cooperative working relationships with members of the hospital team Maintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the profession Participates in activities in alignment with the Magnet Model Participates in organizational activities Participates in professional development activities Performs as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner Provides care within scope of practice as directed by other members of the healthcare team Re-enforces patient and family education under the direction of the RN throughout hospitalization Reinforces age-specific individualized care that supports protection from harm and complies with patient safety centered interventions/bundles Supports patient care within scope of a practice as directed by other members of the healthcare team Utilizes resources in an economical manner Utilizes Safe Patient Handling Department Specific Competencies Assists Rehab Therapists according to established guidelines with patient treatment including but not limited to the following activities: assists with Physical Therapy treatments such as bed mobility, sitting, transferring, standing, ambulating, as well as utilizing/monitoring equipment appropriately, using tilt table assists with Occupational Therapy treatments including bathing/showering/ADL/feeding, transferring and others as directed prepares patient to be available for therapies at scheduled time transports patient to rehab gym/solarium for meals/ speech/other treatments as directed Implements the patient care plan by providing direct patient care for those patients assigned including but not limited to the following activities: gives baths, oral hygiene, skin care, backrubs assists patients to and from bathroom positions patients and changes position appropriately according to care plan instructions ensures patients receive prescribed diet, assists with feedings as needed, places tray conveniently collects specimens as instructed using appropriate technique takes vital signs and notifies RN of any change or abnormal finding assists/performs treatments as directed by RN/LVN including: foley care, application of binders, FSBS, sitz baths, and post mortem care, others as directed. Reports any changes in patient condition to RN/LVN; receives report. Documents accurately in the patient record all activities. Documents accurately on I and O sheets all intake and output for assigned shift, including gomco or wall suction, hemovac, T-tubes and foley outputs documents care provided and patient responses according to policy and procedure. Orients/instructs patient/family regarding the physical environment, routines and general rules: call system, bed controls, telephone, television, visitor policy, meal times, bathroom/shower, smoking policy, roommate introduction License / Certification Requirements BCLS or ACLS Certification Certified Nurse Attendant Compensation Range: $24.00 - $29.94 / Hour
The Staff RN uses the nursing process to deliver nursing care to a given patient care population as it relates to the care setting. Nursing care is based on the interpretation and execution of the medical and nursing plan of treatment utilizing established procedures standards and protocols of individuals within the assigned work shift. The Staff RN provides nursing care to the population served in the unit. Core Competencies Adheres to infection prevention guidelines Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal care Assesses patient history, physiological, and psychosocial status Communicates with the patient, family, medical staff and others during the continuum of care Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals Complies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goals Interprets common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting process Maintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the profession Participates in activities in alignment with the Magnet Model Participates in organizational activities Participates in Peer Review Participates in professional development activities Performs as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner Provides age-specific individualized care that supports protection from harm and complies with patient safety centered interventions/bundles Provides patient and family education throughout the care of patient Uses critical thinking to formulate and carry out a care plan according to patient needs Utilizes resources in an economical manner Utilizes safe administration of medications Utilizes Safe Patient Handling Department Specific Competencies Recognizes and manages vasovagal response to treatment. Assesses and differentiates types of chest and abdominal pain with appropriate intervention. Ensures diet is appropriate and restrictions (food and fluid) are followed. Provides activity/rest as appropriate to patient condition, disease process. Ensures a safe environment for staff and patients Discharge planning= early assessment of need for home durable equipment, follow-up with home health or possible rehab or ECF. Keeps patients clean and turned appropriately. Ensures durable equipment is provided to the patient to promote independent functioning. Manages hematomas in A-line puncture sites. Correlates disease process to drug therapies to manage patients with hyper/hypotension, fluid overload, pump failure, dysrhythmias. Maintains IV access on all patients. Reinforces follow up care with physicians ie, blood drug levels, M.D. appointments. Works with medical director and leadership team to improve and develop program to improve outcomes. Provides assistance with complex discharge planning in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop a safe, realistic and timely discharge plan. Applies the nursing process to develop a plan of care for the bariatric surgery patient including patient education for pre operative and post operative care and expected outcomes of care. Focuses on providing safe and compassionate care to bariatric patients seeking treatment and ensures that proper equipment and furniture are available to meet the needs of the patients and their families. Education Degree Program College Diploma Nursing Experience Number of Years Experience Type of Experience 1 License / Certification Requirements Registered Nurse License BCLS or ACLS Certification Compensation Range $50.93 - $80.45 / Hour
