$5,000.00 Bonus Available * JOB RESPONSIBILLITIES: Restores and promotes patient’s health by completing the nursing process including but not limited to: a. Completes initial nursing assessment within 24 hours of admission or per Behavioral Health Unit/JMH (Johnson Memorial Health) policy; reassesses routinely throughout patient’s stay on the unit. b. Completes individualized treatment plan for each patient. c. Plans, implements, and coordinates nursing care activities for patients. d. Conducts therapies in accordance with patient’s diagnosis and needs. e. Performs treatment interventions following physician orders such as medication administration and medical treatment orders. f. Ensures patient’s dignity and respects patient values. g. Assists with patient personal needs (oral hygiene, toileting, bathing, dressing, transferring, etc.) as required. h. Operates and participates in tele psych. i. Draws patient blood as ordered. Collaborates with physicians, multi-disciplinary team members, and outside health and social service agencies. Interprets the nursing and treatment needs of the patient for nonclinical staff assigned to the patient. Provides efficient discharge plans and obtains accurate histories at admission. Completes all required documentation relevant to patients in a timely, efficient manner. This includes but is not limited to: a. Admission paperwork b. Assessments (mental and physical) c. Progress notes d. Interventions e. Evaluations f. Discharge paperwork g. CQI+ data Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety standards, infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Uses hygienic practices and teaches patient hygienic practices. As needed, and using approved methods, assists in safely placing patients in seclusion or restraints and observes suicide/seclusion precautions including physical requirements for physical holds and safe transport of patients. Maintains continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Plans and implements nursing groups. Completes all required nursing staff competencies per program regulations in a timely manner. Orients or mentors new nursing staff as needed. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and regulatory standards. Conducts patient chart audits. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients and their families and friends. Participates in individual, group, and family psychotherapy and educational seminars as appropriate. Performs medication reconciliation. Ensures operations of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, calling for repairs and evaluating new equipment and techniques. Provides feedback to supervisor on an ongoing basis regarding concerns, improvements, changes, etc. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality and protects operations by keeping patient and program information confidential. Operates within ethical standards. Follows voluntary and involuntary procedures/processes. Performs other related duties as assigned. Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of Johnson Memorial Health. Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and Johnson Memorial Health policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Current Indiana license as a Registered Nurse required. Current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers and ALS or ACLS certifications required. Crisis prevention certification required. One year of experience preferred. BSN preferred. * Eligibility for the bonus is limited to external candidates and internal candidates who are new registered nurses. Requires a 24‑month employment commitment. Johnson Memorial Health is a nationally-recognized network of physicians, services and healthcare resources based in Johnson County, Indiana. The centerpiece is Johnson Memorial Hospital, located in Franklin Indiana, just 20 minutes south of Indianapolis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic under applicable law. SCHEDULE: 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. 72 hours per bi-weekly pay period.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with admission process by orienting patient/family to unit, and hospital facilities and services. Documents in patient record per unit standards. Attends and successfully achieves completion of all patient care components of General Nursing Orientation (GNO) and any specific department orientation. Assists RN in delivery of patient care according to unit standards, policies, and procedures, and patient’s plan of care. Contributes relevant and appropriate information to RN. Maintains confidentiality of patient information. Supports the Patient Bill of Rights. Participates in meeting and reinforcing patient’s educational needs and documents accordingly. Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique. Reports changes in patient’s status (e.g., changes in vital signs, level of consciousness, weight, mobility status, comfort level, feeding pattern or any unusual occurrences) to RN in a timely manner. Takes initial vital signs, measurements, and weights as part of admission process. Monitors seclusion and restraints Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills appropriate to the age, type, and development level of patients. With RN supervision, leads nursing groups. Performs nursing assessment, for learning purposes, in conjunction with the licensed RN who performs an independent assessment and provides validation/co-signature of documentation. Assists with discharge planning and patient education under direct RN supervision. Provides and documents patient treatments under RN supervision. Provides emotional support to patients and documents appropriately. Attends and participates in unit related in-services, conferences, and meetings. Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals. Utilizes proper chain of command for resolution of difficult issues. Participates in unit staff meetings and CQI plan to improve organizational performance and achieve unit and organizational goals. Performs other related duties as assigned. Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of Johnson Memorial Health. Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and Johnson Memorial Health policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school, has not yet obtained an RN license, and must have accepted employment in a nursing unit/department at JMH. Must be eligible to take the RN licensure exam. GN must attempt NCLEX/nursing board exam within thirty (30) days of receiving ATT. If GN does not successfully obtain licensure on first try, GN must attempt NCLEX/nursing board exam within 45 days after notification of not obtaining on first attempt. If GN does not successfully obtain licensure after second attempt, one of the following will occur: a. Employment will be terminated. b. Employee will be placed on administrative leave until RN licensure is passed (not to exceed 90 days). c. Employee will be placed in an available open Mental Health Tech position until licensure is successfully obtained. Johnson Memorial Health is a nationally-recognized network of physicians, services and healthcare resources based in Johnson County, Indiana. The centerpiece is Johnson Memorial Hospital, located in Franklin Indiana, just 20 minutes south of Indianapolis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic under applicable law. SCHEDULE: 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. 72 hours per bi-weekly pay period
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment: a. Initiate a nursing assessment of patient’s condition upon admission. b. Recognize and assess initial alterations to the patient’s body systems and communicate with clinical team. c. Organize and record assessment data for accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality. d. Assess, stage, and measure wounds using photographic technology accurately and in accordance with policy and procedure. e. Identify patient care situations that require intervention, implement nursing actions, and evaluate responses. f. Identify educational and discharge needs to patients and their families and implement a teaching plan of care. Planning: a. Collaborate with Staff RN Case Manager to identify the patient's present and potential problems from the assessment. b. Implement a teaching plan in collaboration with Staff RN/Case Manager. c. Prioritize problems according to impact on health status. d. Formulate with Staff RN/Case Manager the desired outcomes that are specific and measurable within a certain time frame and consistent with other health provider's expectations. e. Assess home health care needs, complete a support system evaluation, and assess patient teaching needs from admission to discharge. Communicate information to Staff RN/Case Manager. Implementation: a. Participate in implementing planned changes and activities to improve care. b. Hold self-accountable for the delivery of quality nursing care. c. Promote harmonious relationships and favorable attitudes among team members. d. Implement wound care and HBO protocols when clinically indicated. e. Individualize care according to age specific population. Evaluation: a. Evaluate achievement or lack of achievement of desired outcomes. b. Collaborate with providers and the clinical team to ensure plans of care are appropriate, revising as necessary, and continually evaluating until desired outcomes are realized. c. Complete 4-week reviews in a timely manner and ensure all recommendations to the plan are activated in the provider orders. General: a. Function as an intake/discharge nurse during clinic times. b. Foster continuity of care between the Wound Care Department and caretaker (home, hospital, home health, etc.). c. Prepare clinic records to enable accurate and complete updates to the physician. d. Assist others within the clinic. e. Maintain open, professional communication with patients, physicians, and staff. f. Safely operate all clinical equipment. g. Utilize appropriate infection control procedures. h. Maintain skills and knowledge through training and continuing education. Complete mandatory education requirements. Attend staff meetings and in-services. i. Monitor the condition of equipment and report malfunctions to the Supervisor or Director. Performs additional related duties as assigned. Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of JMH. Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and JMH policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Must be licensed in the state of Indiana as a Registered Nurse. Minimum of BSN required. At least 2 years of Medical/Surgical experience required. Wound care experience preferred. Current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification required. Johnson Memorial Health is a nationally recognized network of physicians, services and healthcare resources based in Johnson County, Indiana. The centerpiece is Johnson Memorial Hospital, located in Franklin Indiana, just 20 minutes south of Indianapolis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic under applicable law. SCHEDULE: Day shift. Monday - Friday, 8-hour days 80 hours per bi-weekly pay period
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment: a. Perform follow-up nursing assessment of patient's conditions and report findings to RN. b. Recognize alterations in the patient's healing progress and verbalize this to other members of the health care team. c. Organize assessment data for accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality. d. Record wound assessment data in an orderly fashion and communicate, revise, and verbalize pertinent information to other health care team members. e. Assess, stage, and measure wounds accurately and in accordance with policy and procedure. f. Photograph wounds according to policy and procedure. g. Communicate patient care situations that may require intervention, implement nursing actions identified by Staff RN/Case Manager, and evaluate the patient's responses with Staff RN/Case Manager. h. Complete patient/family education and discharge plans identified in the patient's plan of care Planning: a. Collaborate with Staff RN/Case manager to identify the patient's present and potential problems from the assessment. b. Implement a teaching plan in collaboration with Staff RN/Case Manager. c. Prioritize problems according to impact on health status. d. Formulate with Staff RN/Case Manager the desired outcomes that are specific and measurable within a certain time frame and consistent with other health provider's expectations. e. Assess home health care needs, complete a support system evaluation, and assess patient teaching needs from admission to discharge. Communicate information to Staff RN/Case Manager. Implementation: a. Participate in implementing planned changes and activities to improve care. b. Hold self-accountable for the delivery of quality nursing care. c. Promote harmonious relationships and favorable attitudes among team members. d. Implement wound care and HBO protocols when clinically indicated. e. Individualize care according to age specific population. General: a. Function as an intake/discharge nurse during clinic times. b. Foster continuity of care between the Wound Care Department and caretaker (home, hospital, home health, etc.). c. Prepare clinic records to enable accurate and complete updates to the physician. d. Assist others within the clinic. e. Maintain an open, professional communication line with patients, physicians, and staff. f. Safely operate all clinical equipment. g. Utilize appropriate infection control procedures. h. Maintain skills and knowledge through training and continuing education. Complete mandatory education requirements. Attend staff meetings and in-services. i. Monitor the condition of equipment and report malfunctions to the Supervisor or Director. Performs other related duties as assigned. Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of Johnson Memorial Health. Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and Johnson Memorial Health policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Must be licensed in the state of Indiana as a Licensed Practical Nurse. BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification required. A minimum of 2 years of Medical/Surgical or wound care experience required. Johnson Memorial Health is a nationally recognized network of physicians, services and healthcare resources based in Johnson County, Indiana. The centerpiece is Johnson Memorial Hospital, located in Franklin Indiana, just 20 minutes south of Indianapolis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic under applicable law. SCHEDULE: Day shift.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Obtains and records initial assessments and provides prioritized school nursing care according to patient age, symptoms and psychological needs before/during and after school when involved in school activities. Assesses, identifies and monitors the health needs of the students and faculty. Evaluates and re-assesses patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require interventions. Implements and documents timely interventions that are appropriate for patient needs. Evaluates patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, re-evaluation, written documentation, observation and comparison to established standards. Serves as a liaison between school, home, the community and other healthcare entities. Assists in the implementation and planning of school health policies and acts as a resource in matters pertaining to health curriculum planning. Collaborates with school administration, faculty and staff and the local health department in planning and organizing the school health programs; maintaining current mandated and non-mandated health programs. Implements all screening programs mandated by Indiana law and maintains all necessary school health records. Provides appropriate services to meet the needs of the department's customers as requested including but not limited to effective and consistent communication and the documentation of accurate and timely information. Maintains nursing equipment and area, including scheduled, preventative maintenance, according to necessary guidelines. Independently performs quality control/customer satisfaction procedures, documents results, and investigates and resolves issues, with appropriate supervisory notification of activity. Participates in Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance programs as requested. Evaluates current practices and makes appropriate suggestions to improve productivity and to enhance expense reduction; assists in the evaluation of new procedures and equipment; monitors the purchasing of supplies and inventory control. Provides technical guidance for customers as it relates to school nursing procedures and operations. Attends meetings inside and outside of the school and hospital as designated. Participates in professional activities and continuing education to maintain professional expertise. Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of Johnson Memorial Health. Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and hospital policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions. Performs additional related duties as assigned. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Current Indiana license as a Registered Nurse required. Requires BSN and 1 year of nursing experience in a school setting, or an ASN and 3 years of nursing experience in a school setting. Must maintain current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification. Johnson Memorial Health is a nationally-recognized network of physicians, services and healthcare resources based in Johnson County, Indiana. The centerpiece is Johnson Memorial Hospital, located in Franklin Indiana, just 20 minutes south of Indianapolis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic under applicable law. SCHEDULE: Coverage help as needed Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm PRN; No guaranteed hours.
