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4 days ago

Registered Nurse - Quality Management & Accreditation - Risk Manager HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Juneau, AK

Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Risk Manager (RM): Responsible for implementation of the internal risk management program. Develops, implements, and evaluates risk --- Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations related to risk management (i.e., investigate reports and events in accordance with policy and statutory requirements). Patient Safety Officer (PSO): The Patient Safety Officer will have primary oversight of the organization-wide patient safety program. This role will direct others within the organization towards process improvements that will support the reduction of medical/healthcare errors and other factors that may contribute to unintended adverse patient outcomes. The RM/PSO provides leadership for safety assessments, Root Cause Analyses (RCA) and Failure Mode Effects Analyses (FMEA), and educates management, staff, and physicians on the system-basis for medical errors. ********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for Qualified Hire! ********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job May include any and/or all of the below: Participates in and maintains a comprehensive risk management program in accordance with AK Statutes. Collaborates decision making, along with leadership, regarding patient safety and risk management. Investigates, evaluates, and submits adverse incidents in accordance with regulatory reporting requirements. Coordinates and facilitates the disclosure of an adverse incident and/or ensures appropriate follow-up with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Analyzes patient grievances received in risk management in accordance with AK Statutes. Facilitates Patient Safety Rounds. Provides risk management and patient safety education to entity/departments. Participates in educational and/or developmental opportunities, as appropriate. Adheres to appropriate safety procedures and lifting techniques. Stays abreast of industry/clinical risk trends. Works closely and collaboratively with the Medical Directors, CMO, and SEARHC Corporate Counsel as needed, on quality of care and risk management issues stemming from peer review activities. Maintains working knowledge of regulatory standards, i.e., DNV, TJC, CMS, CARF, etc. Maintains current knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulatory standards, and monitors advancements in technologies to ensure organizational adaptation and compliance. Assists with accreditation and quality support, to include, but not limited to chart audits, clinical reviews, data support. Communicates professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization; serves as a resource, mentor, and role model for others. Other duties as assigned including cross coverage of other QM Team member roles. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Current full, unrestricted, active Registered Nursing license in Alaska. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before the start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. Certified CPHRM within two (2) years. Clinical Competency required within 3 months and every 3 years Experience Required 3 years’ experience monitoring risk management, patient safety, quality and regulatory requirements, planning, and coordinating process changes. Demonstrated experience that shows leadership skills in facilitating and leading cross-functional teams and in working collaboratively with groups or teams. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Knowledge of accreditation requirements for a healthcare system to include acute care, ambulatory and or behavioral health. Strong working knowledge of patient care principles and practices Understanding of quality improvement concepts and practices Medical peer review principles Concepts around medical practice and standards of care Solid understanding of risk management General knowledge of organizational functions and operations. Knowledge of group processes and ability to lead processes. Skills in Experience with Data Analytics in the collection, analysis, and presentation of data Excellent verbal and written communication skills Skill with medical chart reviews and extraction of data Ability to Ability to focus and prioritize to attain goals. Effectively solicit ideas and information from individuals and groups. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Other Qualifications: Travel Required: Minimum of 20% travel is expected. Safety and Risk Management Responsibilities: Employees are responsible for complying with safe work rules; reporting all accidents and injuries immediately; cooperating in all accident and injury investigations; reporting defective equipment and unsafe conditions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and/or push/pull up to 25 lbs. Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The setting for this role will include office and healthcare settings. Exposure to controlled temperature environments, both hot and cold, is to be expected. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. Persons who perform these duties are typically not called upon as part of their employment to perform or assist in emergency medical care or first aid or to be potentially exposed in some other way. Required Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality - National Association for Healthcare Quality, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Registered Nurse Clinical Educator Manager $25K Sign On and $10K Relo

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Juneau, AK

$50.14 - $70.35 / hour

Pay Range:$50.14 - $70.35 $25K Sign On and $10K relo for qualified hire! Maintains an ongoing, consortium-wide clinical education program for clinical staff to meet regulatory requirements with required certifications and competencies. Provides support services to internal/external customers under direct supervision of the MEMC CNO or designee, with latitude for independent decision making. Designs, teaches, and evaluates training programs. Acts as an internal training and organizational development consultant. Provides career development resources. Plans, implements, coordinates, and administers clinical specialty training programs, including human patient simulator training. Provides educational and development services to both professional and non-professional staff to maintain and develop competency. Oversees the trauma registrar program for the consortium to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements of the state. Works with the outlying clinics and Wrangell to support the trauma program and designation by assisting in setting up the program, overseeing the registries, and maintaining the trauma designations. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Ensures educational activities are congruent with SEARHC’s mission, goals, values, priorities, and resources. Promotes the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence. Is responsible for the coordination for regulatory requirements with certifications including BLS, PALS, ACLS, and TNCC. Researches and maintains current regulations and standards relevant to clinical practice area. Maintains effective working relations with colleagues at all levels and from all professions within the consortium, ensuring effective communication at all times. Partners with site and department managers to identify clinical education needs and best practices for educational maintenance. Leads clinical education team to develop and coordinate planned educational programs and opportunities for all nursing staff. Partners with site managers and performance improvement to develop clinical competencies in defined areas of specialty. Works collaboratively with departments on education quality in relation to the clinical learning environment. Lead on the development and completion of audits in relation to clinical education and partners with Learning and Director to develop action plans to achieve the recommendations. Provides coordination and training resources for ACLS, PALS, BLS, NRP, Coast Guard Medivac and other programs. Provides coordination activities for classes that are requested by the NEC to be provided from outside contract instructors or companies. Oversees the IHS Emergency Pediatric Hybrid program for the consortium. Provides ongoing evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of the educational activities to ensure that they maintain and enhance professional development that promotes the delivery of cost-effective, high-quality healthcare. Collaborates with others in the practice of nursing professional development at the institutional, local, regional, and state levels. Serves as the liaison for clinical education opportunities provided by SEARHC. Facilitates communication with other health care providers in the community related to continuing education opportunities and coordination of services. Participates in and uses evidence-based research to identify strategies for improving professional development activities, nursing practice, and patient outcomes. Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost in planning, delivering, and managing nursing professional development activities. Oversees SEARHC’s trauma registrar program Works with trauma registrars to maintain each facility’s trauma registry Works with each trauma coordinator to meet state requirements and maintain designation Assists outlying clinics and Wrangell in becoming trauma designations. Works with finance on trauma billing throughout the consortium. Assists in trauma education for each trauma designation facility. Attends and participates in at least 50% of Nurse Executive Committee meetings Applies information presented in meetings. Participates in Nursing Service’s goal setting. Initiates discussion with Clinical Nurse Educator regarding area or department issues. Completes annual competencies and evaluation materials. Maintains certifications and licensure Refers unresolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to Chief Nursing Officer for resolution Addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy. Supports Clinical Educators in development and implementation of their programs. Other Functions Supervises the trauma registrar program throughout the consortium at the trauma designation sites. Assists the outlying clinics in their trauma program designation/recertification, trauma education on policies and procedures. Coordinates schedules of those acting as instructors of classes (e.g., BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and TNCC) throughout the consortium. Supervises the IHS Emergency Pediatric Hybrid Program at MEMC and assist outlying clinics in rotating staff through the IHS Emergency Pediatric Hybrid simulation lab. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervisory responsibilities are required. Additional Details: Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC instructor certification preferred OR must be obtained within 1 year after hire. PALS and NRP must be obtained within 6 months of hire and maintained biannually thereafter. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every 3 years Manager Competency required within 3 months of hire every 3 years Experience Required 3 years of professional clinical instructor experience. 5 years of professional nursing experience with minimum 2 years as staff RN in a specialty (ER, ICU, OB, OR). Prior Emergency Room/Trauma and/or Remote Rural experience preferred. May substitute professional clinical instructor experience for clinical nursing experience on a year-for-year basis. Two years of supervisory experience required. Knowledge of Professional nursing principles, practices, concepts, diagnosis, processes, and procedures as applied to the care of the patient population. Specialized knowledge in the nursing management and care of adult and geriatric patient problems and conditions is required. As well as Hospital and Consortium Policies and Procedures to fully comply with and instruct others on proper application of these measures. Relevant educational content and appropriate methods of delivery and the ability to develop and facilitate relevant and effective education for adult learners. Alaska State Trauma Program and trauma education. Alaska State Registrar program. SEARHC trauma protocols and procedures. Skills in Collaborating in developing and evaluating standards of care for patients and training modalities that are evidence-based. Ensures planned educational activities are implemented. Conducts comprehensive evaluations of all educational activities. Oral and written communication. Enters and retrieves patient data accurately. Verbally communicates findings with healthcare team. Ability to Develop training programs that follow curriculum standards. Create specific training programs applicable to all levels of care provided by the consortium. Provide a positive training environment that reinforces current nursing practice that is evidence-based, providing for continuity, standards of care, and are family centered. Initiate treatments, medications, emergency, and resuscitative measures based on appropriate utilization of standing orders and ACLS. Provide guidance and leadership. Works cooperatively with others by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and other healthcare team members. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move 50 lbs. Travel Required Some travel is required. Travel is by jet, small aircraft, and boat. Position Information: Work Shift:Exempt If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Full-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, AK

$41.66 - $58.69 / hour

Pay Range: Pay Range:$41.66 - $58.69 Up to $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care across the lifespan in accordance with organizational standards, policies, and evidence-based practice. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while delivering high-quality, culturally sensitive, and patient-centered services. The RN collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal patient outcomes, safety, and positive patient experience. The Emergency Department Registered Nurse provides rapid assessment, stabilization, and treatment of patients across the lifespan presenting within emergent or urgent conditions in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment. This role requires strong clinical judgment, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and the ability to respond effectively to trauma, medical emergencies, and disaster situations. Must be competent in the use of all equipment in the specialty. On‑call may be required. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Patient Care Performs comprehensive patient assessments and develops individualized plans of care. Implements and evaluates nursing interventions and patient responses. Administers medications and treatments safely and accurately per provider orders and policy. Recognizes changes in patient condition and initiates appropriate interventions or escalation of care. Provides patient and family education related to care, medications, and discharge needs. Delivers culturally responsive, patient-centered care. Nursing Judgment & Clinical Decision-Making (Alaska BON-Aligned) Consistent with the Alaska Board of Nursing scope of practice for Registered Nurses, nursing judgment is essential to the safe, effective, and accountable delivery of nursing care. The Registered Nurse independently applies critical thinking and professional judgment to: Perform and interpret comprehensive assessments and recognize significant changes in patient condition requiring nursing intervention or provider notification. Exercise independent nursing judgment in determining appropriate nursing actions, interventions, and priorities, and in identifying when consultation, collaboration, or escalation to a licensed independent provider is required. Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized nursing plans of care based on patient needs, responses, preferences, and clinical circumstances, rather than relying solely on standardized protocols. Integrate clinical findings with ethical principles, cultural considerations, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements when making nursing decisions. Accept accountability for nursing decisions, delegated tasks, and outcomes of nursing care in accordance with Alaska statutes, regulations, and organizational policy. Care Coordination & Documentation Collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care. Facilitates referrals, follow-up care, and continuity of services. Documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in the electronic health record. Advocates for patient care and assists patients in navigating the healthcare system. Quality, Safety & Compliance Practices within nursing scope of practice and adheres to regulatory, safety, and infection prevention requirements. Participates in quality and performance improvement activities. Maintains required competencies and certifications. Reports adverse events, near misses, and unsafe conditions per policy. Teamwork & Professional Practice Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, flexibility, and teamwork. Provides appropriate guidance and delegation to ancillary staff. Supports orientation, mentoring, and education of staff, students, and peers. Floats to other departments or assignments as needed. Qualifications Education & Licensure Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program. Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Alaska. Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) are all required Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - preferred. Clinical competency required within 3 months and every 3 years. High Risk Competency required within 3 months and every year. New Nursing Program Graduates : BLS required at the time of hire All certifications required for the area of practice must be obtained within six (6) months of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC , as applicable) Experienced Nurses - New to a Specialty Area: Experienced nurses entering a new specialty must obtain all required specialty‑specific and advanced certifications within six (6) months of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC , based on practice area requirements) Experienced Nurses : Nurses hired directly into a specialty area must provide evidence of current required certifications for the position at the time of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC , as applicable to practice area) Nurses with Float Areas: Nurses who float to areas other than their primary location must complete the required certifications for the highest level specialty in which they will provide care High‑Risk Competency : High‑risk competency validation is required for direct patient care nursing roles. The high-risk competencies are specific to the area of practice (e.g., proficiency in complex medical equipment, procedures, interventions, etc.). Competency will be assessed before ending initial preceptorship and no less than annually thereafter. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of nursing principles, evidence-based practice, medication safety, and infection prevention. Strong clinical judgment, organization, prioritization, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical systems. Physical & Work Requirements Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods and perform bending, stooping, and kneeling. Ability to work in a moderate-to-high noise clinical environment. Safety Responsibility Employees are responsible for complying with safe work practices, reporting injuries and unsafe conditions, and cooperating in safety investigations. Required Certifications : Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Red Cross, Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Neonatal Resuscitation Program Cert - American Heart Association, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association, Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing, Trauma Nursing Core Course Certification - Emergency Nurses Association If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Outpatient

Full-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse Quality and Accreditation $25K Sign On and $10K Relo!

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Wrangell, AK

$41.66 - $58.69 / hour

Pay Range: Pay Range:$41.66 - $58.69 *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! $25K annual geographic differential on top of base! *********************************************************** The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care across the lifespan in accordance with organizational standards, policies, and evidence-based practice. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while delivering high-quality, culturally sensitive, and patient-centered services. The RN collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal patient outcomes, safety, and positive patient experience. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Patient Care Performs comprehensive patient assessments and develops individualized plans of care. Implements and evaluates nursing interventions and patient responses. Administers medications and treatments safely and accurately per provider orders and policy. Recognizes changes in patient condition and initiates appropriate interventions or escalation of care. Provides patient and family education related to care, medications, and discharge needs. Delivers culturally responsive, patient-centered care. Nursing Judgment & Clinical Decision-Making (Alaska BON-Aligned) Consistent with the Alaska Board of Nursing scope of practice for Registered Nurses, nursing judgment is essential to the safe, effective, and accountable delivery of nursing care. The Registered Nurse independently applies critical thinking and professional judgment to: Perform and interpret comprehensive assessments and recognize significant changes in patient condition requiring nursing intervention or provider notification. Exercise independent nursing judgment in determining appropriate nursing actions, interventions, and priorities, and in identifying when consultation, collaboration, or escalation to a licensed independent provider is required. Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized nursing plans of care based on patient needs, responses, preferences, and clinical circumstances, rather than relying solely on standardized protocols. Integrate clinical findings with ethical principles, cultural considerations, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements when making nursing decisions. Accept accountability for nursing decisions, delegated tasks, and outcomes of nursing care in accordance with Alaska statutes, regulations, and organizational policy. Care Coordination & Documentation Collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care. Facilitates referrals, follow-up care, and continuity of services. Documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in the electronic health record. Advocates for patient care and assists patients in navigating the healthcare system. Quality, Safety & Compliance Practices within nursing scope of practice and adheres to regulatory, safety, and infection prevention requirements. Participates in quality and performance improvement activities. Teamwork & Professional Practice Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, flexibility, and teamwork. Provides appropriate guidance and delegation to ancillary staff. Supports orientation, mentoring, and education of staff, students, and peers. Floats to other departments or assignments as needed. Qualifications Education & Licensure Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program. Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Alaska. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Case Management certification - preferred. Clinical competency required within 3 months and every 3 years. High Risk Competency required within 3 months and every year. New Nursing Program Graduates : BLS required at the time of hire All certifications required for the area of practice must be obtained within six (6) months of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC , as applicable) Experienced Nurses - New to a Specialty Area: Experienced nurses entering a new specialty must obtain all required specialty‑specific and advanced certifications within six (6) months of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC , based on practice area requirements) Experienced Nurses : Nurses hired directly into a specialty area must provide evidence of current required certifications for the position at the time of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC , as applicable to practice area) Nurses with Float Areas: Nurses who float to areas other than their primary location must complete the required certifications for the highest level specialty in which they will provide care High‑Risk Competency : High‑risk competency validation is required for direct patient care nursing roles. The high-risk competencies are specific to the area of practice (e.g., proficiency in complex medical equipment, procedures, interventions, etc.). Competency will be assessed before ending initial preceptorship and no less than annually thereafter. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of nursing principles, evidence-based practice, medication safety, and infection prevention. Strong clinical judgment, organization, prioritization, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical systems. Physical & Work Requirements Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods and perform bending, stooping, and kneeling. Ability to work in a moderate-to-high noise clinical environment. Safety Responsibility Employees are responsible for complying with safe work practices, reporting injuries and unsafe conditions, and cooperating in safety investigations. Required Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Full-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse - LTC - HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Wrangell, AK

Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Coordinates a variety of nursing care procedures for residents of various ages which requires professional knowledge and consideration of specific resident conditions and treatment. Participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other members of the healthcare team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice in the long-term care setting. Guidelines include physician’s orders, standards of care, nursing policies and procedures, manuals, hospital, and long-term care policies. Clinical decisions are made initially independently during the scheduled shift; maintains complete accountability for all actions taken. Consults with the appropriate manager/supervisor in difficult situations requiring additional input. Able to react in a calm manner and make sound nursing judgments in an emergency environment. Accountable for proper delegation and supervision of CNA/Tech, LPN, and/or Ward Clerk on unit during shift. ************************************************************ $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ************************************************************ Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Promotes the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence; Implements safe, therapeutic, and efficient care for patients and residents with needs due to multisystem disease and/or complications of treatment using appropriate infection control measures; sets priorities for care of patients and residents based on acuity and/or patients’ preference; anticipates potential problems; adapts to change on the area by setting priorities for emergencies, changes in status and unusual occurrences; initiates, manages, and documents the nursing procedures consistent with scientific principle and departmental policy; demonstrates knowledge of equipment use; accurately administers age-specific medications and therapeutics; carries out the medical and nursing care plan and coordinates resident care activities with physicians and other healthcare team members; initiates action to reduce, correct, or prevent immediate, ongoing, or potential risks to the resident; facilitates healing by providing nursing care that is individualized, goal oriented, based on scientific principles and the nursing process; seeks out resources when beyond the scope of skill, knowledge or experience; explains test, procedures, and disease process to resident/significant others; follows through on nursing care plans by teaching and demonstrating skills essential for understanding and coping with illness and promoting optimal health; communicates and interacts with resident/significant others in a positive and supportive way; provides counseling using emotional, intellectual and psychological supports and utilizes other healthcare professionals in dealing with psychosocial problems if needed; takes steps to decrease stress and/or increase effectiveness of coping mechanisms of resident/significant others; evaluates resident’s progress or lack of progress towards goals, directing new goal setting and implementing revised care plans as directed by reassessment; documents the resident’s response to care; closes out resident care plan by discharge or has in place an after care plan to meet the resident’s needs; Assures confidentiality of resident information. Accomplishes nursing assessment through interviewing, observation and nursing process; obtains, interprets and applies age-related patient information in terms of cognitive, physical, emotional and normal growth/development needs of the resident; completes thorough Nursing Admission Databases/initial resident assessment; documents assessment findings that are consistent with other providers and include review of body systems, laboratory results, diagnostic findings, chart reviews, and interdisciplinary input; identifies problems & nursing diagnosis by recognizing the impact of health problems on residents and families; distinguishes between normal and abnormal assessments in order to identify resident capabilities and limitations including psychosocial risks; utilizes resources to assess residents with conditions that are new, unfamiliar, or not commonly seen. Shall perform duties as assigned and ensure quality resident care despite the situation encountered, be it routine or emergent. Imparts educational knowledge to develop skills to enhance decision making and promote understanding by interacting with residents, family, staff, and community; engages in ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching in terms of resident understanding and behavioral outcomes; organizes and participates in care conferences as applicable; identifies staff, resident, and family needs and develops a plan for education and/or makes appropriate referrals; develops/implements educational programs and learning aids in the department (i.e., In services, special projects, learning aides, resident care standards); documents education accurately and completely; provides discharge information; participate in in-services and educational programs in the department, hospital and/or community as assigned; completes all mandatory training and competency checks; utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members. Communicates with staff, residents, significant others and other members of the healthcare team in a way that is supportive, constructive, and positive; gives feedback to other staff and healthcare team members in regard to behavior that does not support achievement; assists in the orientation of new staff, travelers, and students by sharing knowledge, experience and verbal encouragement; guides others in choosing nursing intervention, developing skills and applying knowledge; follows and directs others to follow corporate, hospital, and departmental policies, procedures and resident care standards; supports the area and overall Nursing services mission by assigning staff to productive tasks and floating to other units as needed; provides input regarding the need for change in policies, procedures, and resident care standards; able to perform as Contact RN leading assigned RNs, LPNs, and CNAs and accomplishes all assigned resident care and area support activities during the shift. Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing action based on existing and potential resident problems and obtainable resident responses which are mutually acceptable to the healthcare team; transcribes and notes physician orders accurately; utilizes past experience to provide a range of options for nursing care; initiates care plans using resident care standards; addresses identified nursing diagnosis and coordinates the plan with the healthcare team by using methods that include interventions, goals, and timeframes; utilizes resources to formulate a written plan of care; documents reassessments which include laboratory results, diagnostic findings, interdisciplinary notes and documented resident observations; writes progress notes in EHR; gives shift report according to area guidelines. Attends and participates in at least 50% of departmental staff meetings; applies information presented in staff meetings; participates in unit goal setting; complies with area and departmental scheduling guidelines; initiates discussion with nurse manager regarding area or department issues; completes annual competencies, evaluation material, maintains certifications and licensure; complies with dress code; refers unresolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to Nurse Manager or Administrative Manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy Familiar and competent in mandatory state reporting guidelines and the time requirements. Other duties as assigned. When DON not physically present, will be willing to take the role of charge nurse for the long-term care unit. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Associate's degree in nursing or Diploma in nursing). Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. Current Basic Life Support certification. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year Experience Required Minimum 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred. Knowledge of Knowledge of nursing care principles, practices, diagnosis, and processes (including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to provide professional nursing care to residents. Competency to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and to act promptly in emergency situations. Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their desired effects, side effects, and complications in their use. Skills in Skills to apply scientific principles in operating and monitoring of basic and specialized medical equipment such as AED. Proficient in nursing procedures and basic nursing care. Oral and written communication skills, can enter and retrieve resident data accurately, can verbally communicate findings with healthcare team. Ability to Ability to provide guidance, leadership, and work cooperatively with others by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with residents, patients, visitors, and other healthcare team members. Ability to implement appropriate nursing therapeutic interventions based on the knowledge of a wide variety of nursing diagnosis, medical and psychosocial disorders and the normal course of disease and anticipated complications. Uses aggressive resident management techniques to defuse any resident/patient/visitor/peer volatile situations. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move 50 lbs. Required Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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