SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions.Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care.Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations.Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms.Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care accordingly, including documentation.The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures.Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes.Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management.Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment.Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care.Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure.Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required.May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments, and assigns primary patients to staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Graduate of a school of nursing, Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred, with current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation upon hire.EXPERIENCE:Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty units, general nursing experience, appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Prolonged standing and walking. Exposed to all patient elements. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. Repeated bending, squatting, stooping.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:None. Pay Range $35.70-$71.40 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type 12 hrs and every other weekend and holiday Work Shift Night Daily Hours 12 hours Driving Required No
Summary To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities, who otherwise meet the qualifications, to perform the essential functions of the position. Under the direct supervision of the Nurse Supervisor and Provider/Physician Lead, implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established organizational policies and procedures. Demonstrates consideration of the aging process throughout the lifespan of the patient, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Principal Duties And Responsibilities Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Uses sound clinical judgment, critical thinking and nursing process to provide direct and indirect patient care. Maintain and protect the confidentiality of protected health information by preventing unauthorized release and/or disclosure, both verbal and written. Assesses, monitors, plans and takes appropriate action to prevent potential physiological and/or psychosocial complications while promoting an optimal level of health. Is accountable for integration of patient care of all clinical providers within their scope of practice, licensure, relevant education and experience. Collects and analyzes patient data, make recommendations for nursing care plan Maintains positive interaction with patient, significant others and members of the health care team to effectively provide quality care. Triages phone calls and web messages and schedules sick visits, medication check appointments as appropriate. Answers calls and messages for advice as appropriate within the scope of nursing practice, consulting physician as needed. Processes requests for medication refills according to protocol. Schedules Diagnostic Imaging or lab studies based on physician orders or standing orders protocols. Coordination of care for patients utilizing other providers and community agencies and services Tracks referrals, monitors outstanding labs and diagnostics and follows up with physician and patient as appropriate Assist patients as needed, with physician directed discharge instructions, visit summary plan of care. Identification of complex patients and subsequent referral to case manager as appropriate Oversees immunizations, ordering, storage, monitoring temperatures, inputting and tracking lot numbers and supply. Is familiar with immunization billing codes and use of both State and Private supplies Assists with staff education on various clinical topics and redesign of clinical workflow as needed. Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel. Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement. Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family members and community services regarding the patient care outcome. Access and provide appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs. Participates in site-based quality improvement and research activities (if applicable). Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost-effective patient care. Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate. Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations. Maintains medical supply inventory. May answer phones, meet/greet patients, collect co-pays and schedule appointments. Serves as a role model and trains less experienced personnel. Demonstrates flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within the office. Follow OSHA standards regarding blood borne pathogens and practice Universal Precautions. Adhere to safety guidelines at all times. Stand by and/or assist with patient examination and/or procedures as needed. Assist patients to sign up for the patient portal, reset passwords, encourage patients to participate in the RI Health Information Exchange Attend meetings. Education Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred. Licenses/Certifications RN Licensure in the state of Rhode Island required. AHA Basic Life (CPR) Experience/Skills Experience in a physician practice group setting preferred. Previous dermatology experience, specifically in cosmetics, preferred. Demonstrated computer proficiency Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the lifespan, with consideration of the aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Receptivity to learning opportunities within the workplace, accept constructive feedback from other team members in an effort to collaborate and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of patient care. Supervisory Responsibility None Pay Range $35.70-$71.40 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type M-F 8:00 -5:00pm Work Shift Day Daily Hours 8 hours Driving Required No
SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee), Employee and Occupational Health Services (EOHS), the RN provides evaluation and treatment for the care of ambulatory patients in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines. The RN assists in the care and management of patients to include, but not limited to, history and physical, ongoing assessment, intervention, and coordination of care reflecting the age specific needs of the patient. The RN fosters patient-centered care and nursing services with Brown University Health’s mission, and vision with consideration of the Brown University Health, including all development stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrates a fundamental grounding in nursing theory and practice with master of knowledge within a defined content area.Manage a caseload of patients in partnership with the healthcare team to optimize health status and coordinate care over time and across healthcare setting. Provides direct care to patients in the ambulatory setting, in accordance with state licensure.Demonstrates advanced physical and psychosocial assessment skills.Collaborates in the development, implementation and evaluation of standards, policies, procedures and critical paths to support the patient care delivery model.Assists the healthcare team to achieve mutually agreed upon healthcare goals by providing necessary support, education and encouragement.Provides expert consultation for clinical issues promoting increased knowledge and skills for the consultee.Participates in continued health education and advocacy for our 16,000 employees.Demonstrates team collaboration to optimize the health of our employees for work-related and non-work-related concerns.Annually completes mandatory training as assigned.Participates in department-based quality improvement.Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.Serves as a role model to less experienced personnel.Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.RN Licensure in the state of Rhode Island.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.Previous Occupational Health Nurse, Ambulatory or Urgent Care nursing required.Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).EXPERIENCEFive years related experience as an RN in an occupational health, urgent care or ambulatory care setting.Must have desire to develop expertise in occupational and preventative health.Superb written, clinical and communication skills.Desire to be part of a dynamic team.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.Physical ability to bend, kneel, lift/push/pull greater than 50 lbs., ability to sit/stand/walk for extended periods of time.Exposed to patient care environment.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:None. Pay Range Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type M-F Hours between 7:15 and 4pm Work Shift Day Driving Required No Union United Nurses And Allied Professional
Summary Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Responsibilities Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions. Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care. Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms. Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care accordingly, including documentation. The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures. Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes. Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment. Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff. Performs other duties as necessary. Minimum Qualifications Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Basic Knowledge Graduate of a school of nursing, Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred, with current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island. Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process. Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation upon hire. Experience Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty units, general nursing experience, appropriate to the specialty, is preferred. Pay Range $35.70-$71.40 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type 9a-630p x 4 days/wk w/call obligations Work Shift Day Daily Hours 10 hours Driving Required Yes
Summary Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Responsibilities Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions. Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care. Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms. Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care accordingly, including documentation. The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures. Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes. Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment. Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff. Performs other duties as necessary. Minimum Qualifications Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Basic Knowledge Graduate of a school of nursing, Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred, with current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island. Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process. Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation upon hire. Experience Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty units, general nursing experience, appropriate to the specialty, is preferred. Pay Range $35.70-$71.40 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type 1130a-10p x 4 days/wk w/call obligations Work Shift Day Daily Hours 10 hours Driving Required Yes
