Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse under the direction of a Registered Nurse (charge nurse) provide nursing care to patients. Takes patient vital signs, assists with procedures/examinations, administers medication that are not in an emergent situation, assists patients with activities of daily living, instructs patients and their families in appropriate care. Collaborates with the professional registered nurse and assesses patient response to treatment. Provides input into the development of the nursing careplan and support and reinforces teaching done by the registered nurse. All care is delivered and adherence to established procedures with accurate documentation on all prescribed forms of the care provided. Care is delivered in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, legal and regulatory standards. The LPN is able to prioritize work and recognize abnormalities through patient observation which are reportable to the RN. Consistent demonstration of all necessary competencies for the position assumed and unit assigned is required. Actively contributes to the evaluation of patient care and nursing practices through continuous quality improvement efforts. Accepts responsibility for personal growth through continuous learning. Fulfills responsibilities as an employee of St. Joseph Health Services of RI. Licensure: Current RI LPN licensure, required. Experience : None. Skills and Abilities : Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, and within their legal scope of practice, implements appropriate components of the nursing process. Ability to calculate medication dosage. Knowledge of aseptic principles, and the technical skills to perform nursing procedures. Skills in organization and priority setting. Maintains information confidential (HIPAA) Demonstrated customer service skills Ability to responsive customer service skills when interacting and taking into consideration cultural background, linguistic skills and age of customers Ability to work cooperatively with peers and other disciplines. Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with peers and other interdisciplinary teams
Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse under the direction of a Registered Nurse (charge nurse) provide nursing care to patients. Takes patient vital signs, assists with procedures/examinations, administers medication that are not in an emergent situation, assists patients with activities of daily living, instructs patients and their families in appropriate care. Collaborates with the professional registered nurse and assesses patient response to treatment. Provides input into the development of the nursing careplan and support and reinforces teaching done by the registered nurse. All care is delivered and adherence to established procedures with accurate documentation on all prescribed forms of the care provided. Care is delivered in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, legal and regulatory standards. The LPN is able to prioritize work and recognize abnormalities through patient observation which are reportable to the RN. Consistent demonstration of all necessary competencies for the position assumed and unit assigned is required. Actively contributes to the evaluation of patient care and nursing practices through continuous quality improvement efforts. Accepts responsibility for personal growth through continuous learning. Fulfills responsibilities as an employee of St. Joseph Health Services of RI. Licensure: Current RI LPN licensure, required. Experience : None. Skills and Abilities : Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, and within their legal scope of practice, implements appropriate components of the nursing process. Ability to calculate medication dosage. Knowledge of aseptic principles, and the technical skills to perform nursing procedures. Skills in organization and priority setting. Maintains information confidential (HIPAA) Demonstrated customer service skills Ability to responsive customer service skills when interacting and taking into consideration cultural background, linguistic skills and age of customers Ability to work cooperatively with peers and other disciplines. Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with peers and other interdisciplinary teams
Summary : The Radiology Registered Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care for a defined group of patients according to the hospital’s philosophy of patient care and standards of professional nursing practice. The registered nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for judgment and actions, maintains clinical competency and exercises informed judgment in delegating nursing care to others. The Registered Nurse promotes patient, family and staff learning. Education : In addition to the skills normally obtained through completion of a high school education, must be a graduate of an approved nursing program. Licensure : Must maintain a current Rhode Island license. ACLS certification required. Experience : 1 year critical care experience preferred Skills and Abilities : Knowledge and care of patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures Excellent organizational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong assessment and critical thinking skills Computer literacy Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements : Must possess sound dexterity and visual acuity. Requires mental alertness, stamina to work in a fast-paced environment and in emergency situations. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, and reach without restrictions. Ability to lift between 25 and 50 pounds using good body mechanics. Must be able to push heavy equipment, gurneys, and wheelchairs. May be exposed to all patient care elements within the hospital setting. Risk of needle punctures. Must meet annual safety training requirements per hospital policy. Some risk of electrical, mechanical and chemical hazards. Exposure to ionizing radiation is possible in the performance of radiographic tests. Exposure is strictly monitored following established guidelines.
Summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) assists the Registered Nurse (RN) in providing patient and family centered care that is safe, efficient, timely and effective. The CNA performs patient care under the direct supervision of an RN. The CNA is assigned tasks that are reasonably predictable, do not require assessment, interpretation or independent decision making during its performance or do not pose any risk to the patient. Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Licensure: Current Rhode Island C.N.A. Certification. Experience: One year experience as a C.N.A.
Summary: The role of the Patient Navigator, Geriatric Oncology, is to assist our patients over the age of 65 and family members to effectively access healthcare services. The Navigator will help individuals overcome obstacles ranging from financial and insurance difficulties to communication and information challenges; medical system barriers such as missed appointments; and emotional concerns. Functions as a liaison between the physician, patient/significant other, and third party payers to coordinate necessary services to facilitate care. As the Clinical supervisor – will oversee initial training and ongoing education of clinic medical assistant. Will be available in the clinic setting to provide nursing oversight of the out- patients seen in the physician’s clinical practice. Education: In addition to the skills normally obtained through completion of a High School education, must also have a Degree in Nursing and hold a current Rhode Island licensure. Experience: Substantial knowledge of healthcare system, Federal and State Regulations. Prior experience in the outpatient setting. Skills and Abilities: Advanced nursing skills. Ability to work in a TEAM environment. Can work independently. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Registered Nurse. Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements: Normal office environment that affords privacy for family interview. Frequent patient contact. Subject to long, irregular hours. Handles emergency or crisis situations. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Moderate physical effort including some lifting and prolonged standing and walking. Also, attends related required Safety Training programs; communicates and implements measures to ensure a safe workplace; audits and rectifies through appropriate measures any specific job-related hazards for all areas of responsibility. Subject to situations involving grief processes and related issues.
