Registered Nurse (RN)

$42 - $54 / hour

Now you can earn up to $54 an hour as a Registered Nurse (RN) in and around Blanchester, Ohio, with the ability to control your own schedule. We hire nursing professionals as W2 employees, with the freedom to choose their own shifts at our partner facilities. That means you can be eligible for workplace benefits and career support without being stuck in a schedule that doesn't fit your life. With a healthy work-life balance, supported by a dedicated employer, you'll be better able to manage your personal responsibilities, take time off when you need it, and work when it makes the most sense for you. Maybe you prefer later shifts so you can walk your dog along Stonelick Lake in the morning, or want to carve out some time for yoga classes at Veterans Memorial Park. However you choose to prioritize your time, we're here to support you. Check out more of our great benefits below and consider applying to our supportive team today. Benefits RN pay: $42 to $54 per hour Rates that are up to 25% higher on average Opportunities for overtime and boosted rates on holidays Multiple pay options — weekly and daily pay available Employer tax withholding each pay period Quickly see shifts in any state where you're authorized to practice Work whenever you choose by selecting your preferred shifts at any facility in our partner network Your choice of day/evening/overnight shifts, weekday/weekend shifts, and more Eligibility for 401k retirement plan Coverage for workers' comp and malpractice insurance (employer paid) Tuition discounts at Excelsior University (up to 34%) for undergraduate and graduate programs Ongoing opportunities to upskill with a dedicated team of QA nursing professionals Eligibility for health, dental, and vision insurance (includes qualifying family members) An all-in-one app where you can manage your shifts and access workplace perks like free CE courses Want to know what it's like to work for IntelyCare — straight from the source? Here are some reviews from a few of our "IntelyPros" to give you a sense of what it's like to be a part of our team: "IntelyCare is 10/10! I have worked with them for a little over two years and I have never been disappointed. The customer service staff takes care of everything you need in a very timely manner." "IntelyCare works with us, not against us! I have been feeling the support from the moment I started. Everyone here is willing to help you achieve your goals, and for that to happen you don’t necessarily have to be a full-time employee." "Since I joined IntelyCare, I have been stress-free! I make my own schedule, I get to spend more time with my family, and make enough to cover my expenses." "I love IntelyCare because it is extremely convenient and reliable. This job alone has saved me from being in debt and is keeping a roof over my head…There are so many benefits from being an IntelyPro: a good retirement plan, health insurance, shift variety, and a team that actually cares about you. I love being an IntelyPro!" Job Responsibilities Providing resident-focused, high-quality care while working as a RN in post-acute facilities Developing individualized care plans for residents in coordination with the wider medical team Reviewing care options with clinicians, nursing staff, residents, and their family members Setting up and using medical equipment and devices as needed for effective care Administering medications and providing treatments to residents consistent with their care plan Measuring and monitoring resident vital signs and drawing fluids as needed for labs and testing Ensuring accurate documentation of relevant information such as interventions and responses, vital signs, and resident medical histories Training and supervising nursing professionals and support staff as needed, consistent with scope of practice limitations Supporting staff with incident investigations and reporting Being accountable to follow and adhere to resident care plans Delivering care consistent with all applicable laws, policies, and standards of care Qualifications and Skills Current Ohio state license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) 6 months of experience (in an RN or related role) Completion of an approved nursing program High level of organizational skills Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across medical and nursing teams Ability to lift at least 50 lbs Ready for a Job That Puts Your Needs First? As you search for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in your area, you don't have to settle for the work-life imbalance that you may be used to. If you're ready for something better, we're ready for you. Take the next step today by applying to the team ranked #1 in quality. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Location: Blanchester, Ohio 45107

Registered Nurse (RN) Care Coordinator, Hematology Oncology, Full Time, First Shift

University of Cincinnati Health West Chester Township, OH

Job Description Ambulatory Registered Nurse (RN) Care Coordinator, Full Time, First Shift The Ambulatory RN Care Coordinator is a vital member of the healthcare team responsible for ensuring seamless and high-quality care for patients in an ambulatory setting. This role involves both direct patient care and administrative responsibilities, with approximately 60% of time dedicated to patient-facing duties. The RN will support ambulatory physician clinics by seeing patients with complex and chronic disease that require additional support during outpatient visits. They will be involved in working with patients to develop and execute care plans, provide patient education, and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to optimize patient care and experience. Location West Chester, OH, United States Qualifications Minimum Required: Associate's Degree - Nursing. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree - Nursing. Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred. Minimum Required: Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in an ambulatory or outpatient setting. Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com. At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. UC Health is an EEO employer. Responsibilities PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY): Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Patient Assessment & Interventions Acts as an expert clinician and role model in providing quality patient care to patients and their families within his/her specialty area. Utilizes the nursing process for direct patient care and assists the staff with assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care needs. Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ health status during clinic visits. Reassess and evaluate patient as needed throughout their visit. Document nursing history and assessment for assigned patients, initiating referrals based on patient needs. Collects basic level and advanced patient data. Monitors for trends that could impact patient health. Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients during their ambulatory appointment starting from the time they arrive to their departure. Assess patient environmental safety continuously. Respond to life-saving techniques based on nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol. Provide accurate hand-off report when patients are moved between ambulatory areas and/or between ambulatory and inpatient areas. Recognizes and reports changes in patient conditions and abnormal labs or results. Perform POC testing assessments as needed to support the patient’s clinical well-being and also patient experience. Initiate and implement individualized patient care plans in collaboration with other healthcare providers based on clinical assessments, disease process, and patient’s identified psychosocial needs. Collaboratively develops and utilizes patient care pathways that ensure consistent quality of care for patients. Demonstrates competency in administering medications, perform wound care, and provide other direct nursing interventions as needed. Completes nurse visits and documents timely and accurately. Assist with minor procedures and diagnostic tests, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Monitor patients for changes in condition, report findings to the healthcare team, and adjust care plans accordingly. Recruit patients for studies Assists and collaborates with staff nurses in quality assurance. Meet new patients to introduce self and explain role. Demonstrates ability to establish priorities of care based on individual patient assessments and the needs of the patients assigned. Demonstrates critical thinking and accountability in evaluating and implementing physician orders. Ensures timely nursing documented with exceptional accuracy according to hospital policy and procedures. Real time nursing documentation. Maintain positive, professional, and cooperative demeanor throughout all interactions with patients, staff, physicians, and members of management. Maintain a calm demeanor during emergent or challenging behavioral situations with patients. Patient Education Meets with patients and families to identify educational needs related to health promotion, maintenance, alterations in health status, disease processes, diagnostic testing, and interdisciplinary care within specialty area. Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatment plans, medications, and self-care techniques. Reassess for understanding and re-educate as needed. Apply current nursing literature in teaching techniques and guiding standards of care in patient and family education. Serve as a expert patient educator for disease-based and clinic-based care teams. Documents patient/family/designee teaching and response appropriately. Facilitation Of Care Facilitate seamless transitions of care by coordinating referrals, scheduling follow-up appointments, and ensuring timely access to services throughout continuity of care. Communicate effectively with patients regarding test results, treatment plans, and follow-up care. Address patient concerns and provide support and guidance throughout their treatment journey. Anticipate changing needs of patients and families based on care plan and act proactively to reduce delays in care, reduce financial toxicity, and increasing patient satisfaction. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care. Collaborate with social workers, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to address the comprehensive needs of patients. Liaison to other departments and organizer for interdepartmental projects Participates in transitions of care planning. Documents plan of care reflective of collaborative practice with other health care team members. Support prior authorization for medication and diagnostic tests Leadership & Professional Development Serves on nursing and hospital-wide and unit-based committees that influence the delivery of patient care (example: PPO, Documentation) Assists with developing and revising policies and procedures for nursing practice. Assist with implementing evidence-based practice in the unit. Works collaboratively on performance improvement system wide. Demonstrates the nurse’s role as a member of the healthcare team and promotes accountability, responsibility, and commitment regarding patient care standards. Serves as a resource within his/her own specialty for all members of the healthcare team. Orientation and other education programs as assigned. Serve as a preceptor and/or mentor for nursing students, clinical interns, and other healthcare professionals as needed and identifies opportunities for observation or clinical experiences. Remains current in research to area of clinical nursing practices Participates and contributes to staff meetings Compliance & Safety Maintains confidentiality of information Sustain an understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Monitor safety and departmental policies and procedures. Work with department managers, nurses and nursing leadership and multidisciplinary representatives to identify and share safety best practices. Demonstrate an understanding of legal and regulatory issues (HIPPA, EMTALA, regulatory agencies, UC, legal P&P) impacting the care delivery and reimbursement process. Utilizing MIDAS effectively to report safety concerns. Able to escalate appropriately.

Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room, Full-time, Day Shift

University of Cincinnati Health West Chester Township, OH

Job Description At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. UC Health is an EEO employer. The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing. The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. The care is culturally based and age specific. Location West Chester, OH, United States Qualifications Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. | Current Ohio RN license. | Medical/Surgical: 0+ (will accept new grads) Critical Care: 2+ years equivalent experience preferred Perioperative Services: 2+ years equivalent experience preferred Emergency Department: 2+ years equivalent experience preferred Obstetrics/Gynecology: 2+ years equivalent experience preferred Mobile Care/Transport: 2+ years critical care/emergency nursing or 2 years’ pre-hospital Paramedic level experience and 2 years’ critical care/emergency experience. Transport nursing experience preferred. Radiology: 2+ years of critical care or emergency care experience preferred; one year interventional radiology preferred PICC (peripherally inserted central catheter): 2 + years clinical nursing experience required; Prefer critical nursing experience or one year of PICC experience Responsibilities PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY): Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assessment Demonstrates nursing clinical skills necessary to make pertinent and accurate assessments of the physical, psychosocial, spiritual and educational needs of the patient. Demonstrates knowledge base of normal age-specific, physiological and psychosocial functions of the unit’s population. Performs a basic physical assessment. Initiates upon admission, a nursing admission history and nursing assessment including an educational needs assessment. Initiates referrals upon admission and throughout care as based on patient assessment. Understands signs and symptoms and data related to the patient’s presenting problems and potential problems. Reassesses and evaluates patient needs each shift and more frequently when indicated by unit standards of care or patient condition. Assesses patient and environmental safety continuously. Receives and gives a complete, concise and timely report on condition of assigned patients. Recognizes and appropriately reports basic abnormal data and subtle changes in patient conditions. Incorporates into plan of care as applicable. Collaborates with other health team members to collect and share pertinent data regarding patient’s physiological and psychological condition. Participates in discharge planning. Planning Utilizes collected data to establish and prioritize a list of actual, and potential, individualized age-specific patient problems and/or needs. Prepares, implements, evaluates, revises and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other health care team members and patient/family within the time frame indicated by unit’s standards of practice. Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved in the patient’s care. Demonstrates ability to establish priorities of care based on patients’ assessment and needs. Implementation Implements plan of care and interventions to provide quality care based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures. Implements nursing actions, either by direct care or delegation of responsibility, based upon patient’s plan of care and skill level of personnel. Implements plan of nursing care in collaboration with the patient, family/designee, and other health care team members. Demonstrates critical thinking and accountability in evaluating and implementing of physician. Demonstrates competency for medication administration as allowed by licensure and institution policy Able to recognize emergent situations and implement emergency measures. Demonstrates professional manner during emergent situations. Based upon nursing assessment, makes appropriate referrals to other health care team members in a timely manner. Implements safety interventions to maintain patient/family/staff safety. Reports actual and potential patient safety issues. Demonstrates competency in infection control measures. Professional Development Assumes responsibility for personal professional development and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and others. Participates in unit or department staff meetings. Utilizes learning opportunities on the unit for improvement of self and others. Identifies personal strengths and weaknesses as a professional nurse. Takes initiatives in professional growth in regards to identified weaknesses. Maintains individual competency in nursing practice. Completes all educational, certification and regulatory requirements, submits required tests and paperwork in a timely manner. Involved in best practice recommendations and implementation to improve patient care at the unit or department level. Evaluates nursing practice by participating in self/peer review and performance improvement activities. Documentation Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of treatment. Documents according to UC Health policy and procedures. Documents plan of care reflective of collaborative practice with other health care team members. Documents patient/family/designee teaching and response appropriately. Evaluation Continuously evaluates nursing practice in relation to the standards of care and individual plan of care. Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care interventions and revises or continues with plan of care based on patient’s response. Involves patient, family and other health care team members in evaluation process when appropriate. Maintains continuity of care between shifts or encounter and transfers by reporting or following up on patient care needs if applicable. Leadership Effectively manages care through others. Demonstrates time management when providing patient care. Demonstrates flexibility and a cooperative attitude to meet the needs of the unit. Acts as a resources person and mentor for new personnel, floater, and/or supplemental staff working on the unit. May function as a preceptor. Appropriately delegates to ancillary staff; communicates effectively. Productivity Considers factors related to cost and effective outcomes when planning patient care. Manages workload effectively. Initiates care in a timely manner. Answers and responds to patient requests or call lights promptly when applicable Supports effective use of staff and supplies.

Registered Nurse (RN), Cardiac/Neuro Med Surg, Full Time, Days

University of Cincinnati Health West Chester Township, OH

Job Description UC Health is hiring a Full Time Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cardiac/Neuro Med Surg Unit for the day shift at West Chester Hospital. The Registered Nurse (RN) will support West Chester Hospital’s 36-bed 1 st Floor Med Surg Unit , delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures. About West Chester Hospital West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region’s largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation. West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute. West Chester Hospital has also achieved Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center® (ANCC), and the hospital is routinely ranked among the best places to work in Ohio and Greater Cincinnati. Unit Details We would like to extend a warm welcome to New Grads! Many opportunities available for professional growth and development! Enjoy opportunities to cross train! Benefits Details Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability 401K Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities Community Discounts Location West Chester, OH, United States Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Associates Degree in Nursing, required Bachelors Degree in Nursing, preferred BLS Current OH RN License Join our team as a Registered Nurse (RN) in our Cardiac/Neuro Med Surg unit and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com. At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. UC Health is an EEO employer. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing. The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. The care is culturally based and age-specific. Prepares, implements, evaluates, revises and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other healthcare team members and patient/family within the time frame indicated by unit's standards of practice. Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved in the patient's care, and demonstrates ability to establish priorities of care based on patient's assessment and needs. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, and involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient. Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs resulting from behavioral health problems, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms. Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in meeting the needs of the unit. Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of treatment and in accordance to hospital policy and procedure. Acts as a resource person and mentor for new personnel, floater, and/or supplemental staff working on the unit. Assumes responsibility for personal professional development and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others.

Registered Nurse (RN), PACU, Full-time, First Shift

University of Cincinnati Health West Chester Township, OH

Job Description At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. UC Health is an EEO employer. The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing. The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. The care is culturally based and age specific. Location West Chester, OH, United States Qualifications Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. | Current Ohio RN license. | Medical/Surgical: 0+ (will accept new grads) Critical Care: 2+ years equivalent experience preferred Perioperative Services: 2+ years equivalent experience preferred Emergency Department: 2+ years equivalent experience preferred Obstetrics/Gynecology: 2+ years equivalent experience preferred Mobile Care/Transport: 2+ years critical care/emergency nursing or 2 years’ pre-hospital Paramedic level experience and 2 years’ critical care/emergency experience. Transport nursing experience preferred. Radiology: 2+ years of critical care or emergency care experience preferred; one year interventional radiology preferred PICC (peripherally inserted central catheter): 2 + years clinical nursing experience required; Prefer critical nursing experience or one year of PICC experience Responsibilities PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY): Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assessment Demonstrates nursing clinical skills necessary to make pertinent and accurate assessments of the physical, psychosocial, spiritual and educational needs of the patient. Demonstrates knowledge base of normal age-specific, physiological and psychosocial functions of the unit’s population. Performs a basic physical assessment. Initiates upon admission, a nursing admission history and nursing assessment including an educational needs assessment. Initiates referrals upon admission and throughout care as based on patient assessment. Understands signs and symptoms and data related to the patient’s presenting problems and potential problems. Reassesses and evaluates patient needs each shift and more frequently when indicated by unit standards of care or patient condition. Assesses patient and environmental safety continuously. Receives and gives a complete, concise and timely report on condition of assigned patients. Recognizes and appropriately reports basic abnormal data and subtle changes in patient conditions. Incorporates into plan of care as applicable. Collaborates with other health team members to collect and share pertinent data regarding patient’s physiological and psychological condition. Participates in discharge planning. Planning Utilizes collected data to establish and prioritize a list of actual, and potential, individualized age-specific patient problems and/or needs. Prepares, implements, evaluates, revises and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other health care team members and patient/family within the time frame indicated by unit’s standards of practice. Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved in the patient’s care. Demonstrates ability to establish priorities of care based on patients’ assessment and needs. Implementation Implements plan of care and interventions to provide quality care based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures. Implements nursing actions, either by direct care or delegation of responsibility, based upon patient’s plan of care and skill level of personnel. Implements plan of nursing care in collaboration with the patient, family/designee, and other health care team members. Demonstrates critical thinking and accountability in evaluating and implementing of physician. Demonstrates competency for medication administration as allowed by licensure and institution policy Able to recognize emergent situations and implement emergency measures. Demonstrates professional manner during emergent situations. Based upon nursing assessment, makes appropriate referrals to other health care team members in a timely manner. Implements safety interventions to maintain patient/family/staff safety. Reports actual and potential patient safety issues. Demonstrates competency in infection control measures. Professional Development Assumes responsibility for personal professional development and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and others. Participates in unit or department staff meetings. Utilizes learning opportunities on the unit for improvement of self and others. Identifies personal strengths and weaknesses as a professional nurse. Takes initiatives in professional growth in regards to identified weaknesses. Maintains individual competency in nursing practice. Completes all educational, certification and regulatory requirements, submits required tests and paperwork in a timely manner. Involved in best practice recommendations and implementation to improve patient care at the unit or department level. Evaluates nursing practice by participating in self/peer review and performance improvement activities. Documentation Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of treatment. Documents according to UC Health policy and procedures. Documents plan of care reflective of collaborative practice with other health care team members. Documents patient/family/designee teaching and response appropriately. Evaluation Continuously evaluates nursing practice in relation to the standards of care and individual plan of care. Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care interventions and revises or continues with plan of care based on patient’s response. Involves patient, family and other health care team members in evaluation process when appropriate. Maintains continuity of care between shifts or encounter and transfers by reporting or following up on patient care needs if applicable. Leadership Effectively manages care through others. Demonstrates time management when providing patient care. Demonstrates flexibility and a cooperative attitude to meet the needs of the unit. Acts as a resources person and mentor for new personnel, floater, and/or supplemental staff working on the unit. May function as a preceptor. Appropriately delegates to ancillary staff; communicates effectively. Productivity Considers factors related to cost and effective outcomes when planning patient care. Manages workload effectively. Initiates care in a timely manner. Answers and responds to patient requests or call lights promptly when applicable Supports effective use of staff and supplies.

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