Primary Location: Mary and Elizabeth - UMC Address: 1850 Bluegrass Ave Louisville, KY 40215 Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Job Description Summary: About UofL Health UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with nine hospitals, four medical centers, Brown Cancer Center, Eye Institute, nearly 200 physician practice locations, and more than 1,000 providers in Louisville and the surrounding counties, including southern Indiana. Additional access to UofL Health is provided through a partnership with Carroll County Memorial Hospital. Affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine, UofL Health is committed to providing patients with access to the most advanced care available. This includes clinical trials, collaboration on research and the development of new technologies to both save and improve lives. With more than 13,000 team members – physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly-skilled health care professionals, UofL Health is focused on one mission: to transform the health of communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care. For more information on UofL Health, go to www.uoflhealth.org. Job Description: Position Summary and Purpose The Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering nursing care to the Patient in the C.V. Laboratory. The R.N. administers medications, observes for complication and intervenes when emergencies occur. The R.N. will scrub to assist the Physician during all procedures (except PTCA) and will run the Code 300. This document defines major job responsibilities and performance expectations and serves as a tool for evaluation performance. However, it is not intended to be all inclusive as other duties may be assigned as necessary. Essential Functions: Demonstrates accurate utilization of the new CERNER platform (E.H.R.) as evidenced by less than 3 omissions of mandatory charting requirements within a 12 month period. Regularly check email for corporate and department communications. Displays knowledge and complies with the National Patient Safety Goals. Implements an age-appropriate plan of care in conjunction with the health care team per Scope of Service. Attends all UofL Health required educational programs as well as all Learn (KNOW) Modules 1. Demonstrates knowledge of drug therapy and documents according to best practice. a. Administers medications and IV fluids with 100% accuracy as demonstrated by a lack of physician, patient or peer complaint. b. Uses IV book to reference unfamiliar drugs before administering so that side effects and complications are prevented or reduced as demonstrated by a lack of physician, patient or peer complaint. c. Checks patency of IV site(s) so that drugs and fluids are successfully infused as demonstrated by a lack of physician, patient, or peer complaint. d. Completes nursing chart forms completely with accurate and pertinent information to record patient’s condition and progress as demonstrated by the appropriate documentation. e. Checks narcotics according to policy and documents wastage 100% of the time as demonstrated by the narcotics records. 2. Supervises nursing care of the patient in the cardiovascular laboratory. a. Assists in the general preparation of the patient before procedure including assuring that the nursing data base is on the chart as demonstrated by the nursing data base and the lack of physician or peer complaint. b. Continually anticipates patient’s needs, observes and assesses patient closely for chest pain, E.K.G. changes and complications so that problems can be treated early as demonstrated by a lack of physician, peer, or patient complaints. c. Exercises good judgment in making decisions, notifying physician and in implementing patient care as demonstrated by a lack of physician or peer complaint. d. Supervises nursing care of the patient post cardiovascular laboratory procedure. e. Supervises care of the patient post procedure including close observation of catheter entry site, assessment of vital signs, pulses, and post cath instructions to facilitate patient’s compliance and healing of site as demonstrated by a lack of occurrence reports or physician, nursing unit, or peer complaints. f. Acts as a liaison with patient’s family, communicates with families during or after procedure as necessary and provides emotional support as demonstrated by a lack of family, patient, physician, or peer complaints. g. Provides nursing care of patient post catheterization/P.T.C.A. when hospital bed in not available; transports patient to hospital bed and gives report providing continuity of care as demonstrated by the smooth work flow in the lab and the lack of patient, physician, nursing unit, or peer complaints. 3. Demonstrates knowledge of Cardiac Catheterization procedures and equipment. a. Scrubs to assist the Cardiologist during procedures as needed as demonstrated by a lack of physician or peer complaint. b. Operates the injector accurately, with speed and without assistance 100% of the time as demonstrated by a lack of occurrence reports or physician or peer complaint. c. Operates the imaging equipment accurately and rapidly to assist the Cardiologist to visualize cardiac anatomy as demonstrated by a lack of physician or peer complaints. d. Is familiar with 90% of the different catheter wires and balloons used in procedures as demonstrated by a lack of physician or peer complaints. e. Completes the log book accurately and completely 100% of the time as demonstrated by the completed log book and lack of physician or peer complaint 4. Contributes to the productivity and cost effectiveness of the department operation. a. Maintains stock supplies of medications, IV fluids and tubing and charges for items used in patient care 95% of the time as demonstrated by appropriate stock levels and lack of lost charges. b. Maintains professional demeanor during procedures so that patient care is the number one concern as demonstrated by a lack of physician, patient, or peer complaints. c. Performs duties in an organized and efficient work flow and a lack of physician or peer complaints. d. Demonstrates flexibility in work schedule and duties so that the work is completed in a smooth and expeditious manner as demonstrated by a lack of physician or peer complaints. e. Responsible for participation in the mandatory call schedule. Completion of schedule, and scheduled cases prior to the end of the work-day as required by the Cardiovascular Laboratory Supervisor or his/her designee. Demonstrated by a smooth running call system and lack of physician or peer complaint. f. Performs other duties as assigned 5. Assists in delivering high quality health care services in a professional, compassionate, and courteous manner while respecting the dignity and individuality of each person who comes in contact with the organization by following the Standards of Performance. a. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times according to established procedures. b. Follows the Standard of Performance, c. Communicates effectively and courteously answering assigned telephone lines within three rings identifying self at all times. d. Assists visitors and patients in giving directions and information. e. Communicates effectively and courteously with all visitors, physicians, patients and employees. f. Introduces self and position to patient, families and visitors at all times. . Assesses environment for safety hazards which could harm patients, visitors, or other hospital employees, and report hazards to appropriate supervisors. h. Collaborates with either departments and outside agencies to meet the identified needs of the patients and the organization. i. Responsible for RT/RN/CVT student and JH new employee instruction as it relates to JH policies and procedures and Cath Lab orientation processes. 6. Demonstrates knowledge of Sheath removal and maintains hemostasis. 7. Other duties as assigned. Other Functions: • Performs other duties as assigned Additional Job Description: Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification) Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred): • Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Kentucky. • Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University. • Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA). • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Experience (required and preferred): • A minimum of two years of Cardiovascular Laboratory experience or two years of critical care experience (required). Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role: • Strong customer service skills- able to demonstrate patience and understanding, ensure customer satisfaction, and resolve customer complaints. • Superior organization skills- manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized, able to pay extreme attention to detail for long periods of time. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills- responsive, informs constituents of process, pleasant to work with, educates and provides timely, accurate information; can build effective, strong working relationships others through trust, communication, and credibility. • Skilled at remaining calm during periods of stress. Language Ability: • Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats. • Adequate conversational English is required in order that the individual be able to take direction from management, understand how to complete job tasks, communicate adequately with patients and co-workers as necessary, understand and follow safety guidelines, and organizational policies. • Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats. Reasoning Ability: • Able to critically think through complex situations, process improvements, and evidence-based practice. • Able to assist others in developing good reasoning skills. • Able to work independently and within a team setting. Computer Skills: • Basic computer skills • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel. Additional Responsibilities: • Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor always. • Maintains confidentiality and always protects sensitive data. • Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines. • Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members. • Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff, and the broader health care community. UofL Health Core Expectation: At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by: • Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit • Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve • Working together as a team to achieve our goals. • Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback • Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve. • Using our resources wisely • Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health
Primary Location: Peace - Louisville Address: 2020 Newburg Rd. Louisville, KY 40205 Shift: 11A - 11P (United States of America) Job Description Summary: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day. Job Description: The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses: Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes; Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team; Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area . Essential Functions: Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and: Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery Other Functions: Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times Performs other duties as assigned Additional Job Description: Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required) All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required) Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred) Experience: All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required) Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred) Licensure: Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required) Certification: Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas) Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit
Primary Location: Peace - Louisville Address: 2020 Newburg Rd. Louisville, KY 40205 Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Job Description Summary: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day. Job Description: The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses: Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes; Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team; Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area . Essential Functions: Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and: Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery Other Functions: Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times Performs other duties as assigned Additional Job Description: Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required) All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required) Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred) Experience: All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required) Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred) Licensure: Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required) Certification: Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas) Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit
Primary Location: University Hospital - UMC Address: 530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Job Description Summary: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day Job Description: Position Summary and Purpose The nursing manager is responsible and accountable for the operations of assigned unit(s) and/ or department(s) a 24-hour basis including fiscal management, staff development, and resource management with the ultimate goal of achieving the highest quality safe patient care. Essential Functions: • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients and conditions served • Supervises assigned professional, technical and clerical staff of the department/unit to ensure the quality of work • Develops staffing patterns and ensures availability of sufficient staff to meet patients care needed • Works to develop and retain highly skilled and well-rounded staff including hiring, orientating, training, directing work, evaluating performance and assuring clinical competency. • Contributes to the financial viability of the organization including managing productivity and budgeting process • Contributes to the effective management of the department including supplies, equipment, space, and technology • Responsible for accurate and timely delivery of various reports including staff schedules, payroll, labor productivity, audits, incident reports and others as assigned Shift Requirements: Shift Length (in hours): 8 hours average # Shifts/Week: 5 Overtime Required: ☐ Infrequently ☐ Sometimes ☐ Often ☒ n/a (exempt position) * May be required to work in the department/unit, if staffing is below critical requirements Other Functions: • Assists the organization in maintaining and achieving its goals related to licensure, regulatory, and accreditation standards • Maintains effective working relationships, communication and collaborative decision making with medical staff, other departments, leaders, staff and others • Implements and supports quality improvement activities for the department/unit • Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times • Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct • Performs other duties as assigned Additional Job Description: Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification) Education: • Bachelors of Science in Nursing (required) • Masters of Science Nursing Specialty or Nursing Administration. Other Master’s degrees, such as business or healthcare administration will be considered (preferred) Experience: • Minimum experience, years and type o For Internal candidates: At least four (4) years of experience in an acute care setting, preferably an academic medical center (required) o For External candidates: At least five (5) years of experience in an acute care setting, preferably an academic medical center (required) o For Peace Hospital (all candidates): At least three (3) years of experience in an acute care setting (required) o For Frazier Rehab(all candidates): Four (4) years of experience in rehab and two (2) years with pediatric patients (required) • Prior management experience, preferred Licensure: • Active Kentucky Registered Nurse License or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required) Certification: • Professional certification in either a leadership or clinical specialty area(required) • If certification not present upon hire, it is to be obtained within three (3) years of hire date (required)
Primary Location: JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC Address: 200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Job Description Summary: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day. Job Description: The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses: Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes; Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team; Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area . Essential Functions: Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and: Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery Shift Requirements: Shift Length (in hours): 12 hours # Shifts/Week: 3 shifts per week Overtime Required: ☒ Infrequently ☐ Sometimes ☐ Often Other Functions: Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times Performs other duties as assigned Additional Job Description: Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required) All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required) Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred) Experience: All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required) Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred) Licensure: Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required) Certification: Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas) Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit
