Registered Nurse, NICU - Full Time, Nights

5 days ago

Senior Registered Nurse - Neonatal ICU

Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 4th Floor PRN PRIMARY PURPOSE The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery, that focuses on a particular patient population(s)/specific health conditions, by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Must have two years of nursing experience in a level III or higher Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Prefer experience in an acute care setting. Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing or a valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider BLS Healthcare Provider certification from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network. Must have Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification on hire or reclassification into the role. May be required to have additional specialty certifications. Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nursing Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse. Must be able to prepare and conduct in-service educational programs. Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. Must demonstrate analytical, facilitation, problem solving, negotiations and conflict resolution skills Responsibilities Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Serves as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned. Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern nursing practice, and ensures the hospital and Parkland are in compliance. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. Performs appropriate patient assessments including continuous surveillance. Recognizes changes in a patient's condition and provides appropriate interventions as necessary. Consults with other team members as required, notifies providers to report changes in patient condition and implements orders in a timely manner. Exercises independent judgment in providing safe nursing care to the critically ill/stable patient. Appropriate positioning, assessment and management of pain as developmentally appropriate for gestational age and provides emergency resuscitation management of an infant. Maintains appropriate infant security standards within the department. Completes appropriate documentation. Maintains accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of the NICU and Parkland. Works with other staff in providing direction to non-nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff that support the standards, missions, goals and objectives of the NICU and Parkland. Seeks and utilizes direction from more experienced staff and team members as needed. Provides appropriate hand off any time care is relinquished. Serves as Charge Nurse on rotation as necessary. Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staff members. Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction utilizing therapeutic communication with family including recommendations for support groups, providing information and resources. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the NICU and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in nursing practice by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in professional organizations. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Any duties deemed competent. Requisition ID: 989524

2 weeks ago

Senior Registered Nurse NICU

Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 4th Floor Requisition ID: 989082

3 weeks ago

Nurse Navigator - Neonatal ICU

Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 4th Floor Full Time - Days PPRIMARY PURPOSE Identifies patient financial/medical eligibility, and develops, implements, monitors, and communicates individual patient plans of care to patients, families, and PHHS staff in order to ensure efficient, cost effective, quality patient care and compliance with program/PHHS policies and procedures. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Two (2) years of nursing experience Equivalent Education and/or Experience: None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Required Tests for Placement Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care and clinical area specific standards. Must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse group of patients, families and healthcare staff. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of specific patient populations and be able to demonstrate knowledge of disease processes affecting this group. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of PC operations and the ability to use word processing software in a Windows environment. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of laws and regulations governing Medicare, Medicaid and other funding sources. Must be self directed and capable of priority setting and problem solving. Must be able to demonstrate patient center/patient valued behaviors. Responsibilities Conducts comprehensive assessment of patient in person, by telephone or by review of medical records. Gathers information from patient records and consults clinical team as needed. Identifies financial and medical status by reviewing patient's diagnosis, recommended treatment, funding sources and special needs according to PHHS policies and procedures. Develops patient plan of care and communicates the plan to patients and their families. May refer patients to identified primary care providers as needed. Oversees implementation of plan of care, ensures scheduling of appointments and provides relevant clinical information to primary care/ referring provider/specialty provider to ensure quality and continuity of patient care. Completes relevant documentation, intervening to optimize use of resources for cost effective healthcare. Educates the patient on their diagnosis, treatment plan, referral process, clinic criteria, authorization process, payor/plan coverage, funding sources and community resources available to the patient. Reviews referrals to primary/specialty clinics for appropriateness based on established clinic criteria. Reviews all available clinical data to ensure appropriate decision making. May facilitate required clinical and diagnostic work up to ensure that it is completed prior to approving the patient for a specialty appointment. Refers unfunded patients for financial counseling. Determines priority of appointment scheduling, contacting providers and others as needed for overbook approval. Serves as a patient advocate, focusing on patients' needs, rights, confidentiality and cultural preferences. Serves as a resource person for specific clinical and patient care issues, helping to negotiate desirable patient outcomes. Serves as a liaison between provider and patient/family to facilitate communication and services. Uses a computerized database to verify and update patient financial information and complete appropriate documentation when applicable. Maintains knowledge regarding all payors/plans and potential funding sources. Communicates with other PHHS staff including pre-visit planning, registration, clinic staff, care management staff and providers to ensure reimbursement of clinic visits and procedures. Ensures authorization of visits to clinics for assigned patients as required. May refer outpatients who are out of network back to in network providers. Manages clinical denials, educating referring providers on clinic and payor requirements. Promotes collaborative practice among patients, their families and multidisciplinary health care team members by attending meetings and acting as a consultative resource to physicians and PHHS staff. Maintains a positive relationship with all PHHS internal and external customers. Schedules inpatient and/or ambulatory operative procedures for assigned population based on medical necessity. Evaluates medical necessity of procedures ordered and ensures appropriate level of care for admissions. Coordinates pre-operative work up activities for assigned patients to reduce surgical delays/ cancellations. Ensures that each patient receives optimum care and that PHHS is adequately reimbursed for patient services. Requisition ID: 988870

Associate Nurse Manager - Neonatal ICU

Location: Main Hosp Bldg - 4th Floor OPC PRIMARY PURPOSE Responsible for assisting in the daily management of unit activities including staff supervision and development, planning, budget, quality and facility operations and coordinating patient services to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. MINIMUM SPEDIFICATIONS Education Bachelor's degree in nursing, preferred. Experience Must have three (3) years of professional nursing experience. Equivalent Education and/or Experience Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Must have current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification for NRP must be from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Must be capable of serving as a clinical resource for staff. Must have a working knowledge of assigned department operations including policies, personnel and budget management. Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in working with a diverse population of physicians, patients, nursing staff, management and administration. Must demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. Responsibilities Responsible for assisting in the daily management of unit activities to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Develops staff schedules to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities, while providing optimal service to internal and external customers. Directly supervises time, attendance and patient care activities of assigned Nursing and ancillary staff. Motivates, counsels, guides and evaluates staff. Delegates tasks effectively. Participates in the selection and orientation of new staff. Ensures that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge. Provides patient care, assessing patient needs, planning discharge and arranging support services to ensure effective, high quality patient care. Serves as a clinical role model and educational resource to ensure high quality, effective patient services. Maintains and implements knowledge of all Parkland, The Joint Commission and clinical area rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines and ensures that employee activities are in compliance. Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes and flows in the unit. Implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Tracks and trends survey charts and other data sources and provides periodic reports. Monitors quality management practices on the unit including Nursing Standards and Practices, competencies and accreditation of staff. Collaborates with staff, physicians, administration and risk management to evaluate and improve patient services. Responsible for tracking the effectiveness of unit policies and procedures and assisting the Manager in policy development or revision. Develops and evaluates staff activities to promote knowledge of all rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines that impact the unit and ensures compliance. Educates patients and families on rules and regulations and updates procedure manuals. Responsible for a collaborative work team to ensure positive working relationships. Communicates effectively with physicians, students, and other departments such as Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Property and Linen Services. Maintains good communication with other hospitals, government or regulatory agencies and community representatives. Responsible for effective facility management as measured by cleanliness, proper type, amount and functioning of equipment and overall environmental safety. Oversees timely and effective maintenance of equipment and rooms. Assists in developing and administering the annual operating, capital and payroll budget to ensure that the unit has the necessary funds to carry out established goals and objectives. Monitors charges and supplies, initiates orders and supervises capital improvements. Assists management in developing annual goals and objectives for the unit that reflect the mission and philosophy of Parkland and meet department goals. Serves on multidisciplinary, department and Nursing committees as selected and assigned. Requisition ID: 989083

1 month ago

Senior Registered Nurse - Neonatal ICU