RN, Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Summary:

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

Responsibilities:

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.
Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Experience

1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

BLS required
RN License in state of employment or compact

Position Requirements:

Education:

All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an Emergency Department-specific competency validation.
Yearly attendance at Annual Nursing Competency Day.
Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.
Crisis intervention training within 12 months of hire and maintain training annually thereafter.
Completion of an evidence-based triage curriculum at:
- 12 months of hire for new graduate or inexperienced RNs (less than 1 year of nursing experience)
- 3 months of hire for experienced RNs (more than 1 year of nursing experience)

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

Current PALS certification at time of hire for experienced RNs or completion by the end of the clinical orientation period for new graduate nurses and maintain certification thereafter.
Current ACLS certification at time of hire for experienced RNs or completion by the end of the clinical orientation period for new graduate nurses and maintain certification thereafter.
Crisis intervention training within 12 months of hire and maintain training annually thereafter.
For trauma designated facilities, current TNCC certification within 6 weeks of hire for experienced RNs or completion within 18 months of hire for new graduate nurses and maintain certification thereafter.

Credential Grace Periods:

If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level.

Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate.
Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty.

Credential

Grace Periods for
Experienced Associates

Grace Periods for
New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty

Basic Life Support (BLS)No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Within 30 days of hire.Within 90 days of hire.Pediatric Life Support (PALS)Within 30 days of hire.Within 90 days of hire.Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC)Within 60 days of hire.Within 18 months of hire.Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR)Within 60 days of hire.Within 18 months of hire.Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire.AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire.STABLE (Neonatal Education)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire.

Work Schedule:

3 Days - 12 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time

Share this job

Related Jobs

Other

1 year ago

Respiratory Nurse

Reliant Rehabilitation Atlanta, TX

Overview #LI-jh1 Will consider LVN or RN Summary: Provides respiratory nursing and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of nursing and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provides quality patient care including screening and assessments of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans of care, discharge plan and case management responsibilities. Maintains professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients. Adheres to all state and federal regulations regarding nursing and respiratory services. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Administer and manage respiratory nurse treatments, including CPAP/BiPAP, incentive spirometry, breathing techniques/exercises, oxygen, etc, according to established protocols. Provide complex pulmonary care, including vest therapy, cough assist, suctioning, and nebulizer treatments, to enhance resident comfort and pulmonary function. Conduct respiratory nurse assessments, monitor resident status, and modify treatment plans based on clinical findings and physician directives. Educate residents, families, and caregivers on respiratory techniques, equipment uses, and safety protocols. Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory nursing equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans. Document all treatments, observations, and resident responses accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR). Participate in resident care conferences, providing input on respiratory nurse goals and progress. Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, facility policies, and procedures related to respiratory care. Assist in the development and implementation of respiratory nursing care protocols and guidelines. Stay current with advances in respiratory techniques and equipment through continuing education and training This position requires patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a workday/shift. Must be capable of lifting Thirty-five (35) pounds of dead weight alone. Qualifications Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Proficiency in CPAP/BiPAP, spirometers, oxygen, vest therapy, cough assist, and nebulizers. Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards for respiratory nursing care in a SNF setting Education/Experience: Associate degree in nursing from an accredited program. (LVN/LPN) Minimum of 2 years of experience in a nursing role, preferably in a SNF or acute care setting. Computer Skills: Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) Basic Internet navigation skills Certificates and Licenses: Valid Nursing state license (where applicable) Supervisory Responsibilities: May assist with supervising the work of one or more rehab techs, and/or students, following state practice act guidelines by providing consultation and clinical supervision; creating and ensuring treatment plans are executed; and assisting the Director of Respiratory Services, Regional Director of Operations and Director Of Rehab with clinical development of Respiratory dept. and rehab techs in the various covered facilities. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The workplace is in an office environment and the temperature in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. Must be able to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a workday/shift and be able to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration. Must have visual, auditory, and speaking skills sufficient to assess, communicate, and monitor patient needs, and to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and provide and understand written, verbal, and gestural communications. Must have fine motor skills for legible and accurate writing and keystroking for charting, scheduling, daily correspondence, and reports, and for handling of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.

Full-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse - Acute Physical Rehab

CHRISTUS Health Texarkana, TX

Full-time

1 month ago

RN, Registered Nurse First Assist Senior - Texarkana Specialty General Surgery

CHRISTUS Health Texarkana, TX

Summary: A Registered Nurse First Assist Senior is a nursing professional who renders direct patient care as part of the preoperative role by functioning as first assistant to the surgeon, and who assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care activities. Responsibilities: • Practices an expanded role of preoperative nursing and has acquired knowledge and skills and judgment necessary to assist the surgeon through organized instruction and supervised practice. Interprets diagnostic studies, promotes positive health behaviors and skills through education and counseling. Requirements: Associate's Degree in Nursing RN License in state of employment or compact BLS Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time

Med-Surg

Full-time

1 month ago

RN, Registered Nurse - IMC Med/Surg

CHRISTUS Health Texarkana, TX

Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Position Requirements: Education/Skills All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire. New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a MedSurg specific competency validation. All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program’s tracking software. Completion of all annual competency verification requirements. Experience One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current ACLS certification required In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Credential Grace Periods: If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level. Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate. Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty. Credential Grace Periods for Experienced Associates Grace Periods for New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty Basic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Full Time

Full-time

8 months ago

RN, Registered Nurse Float III - Nursing Float Pool - Full Time

CHRISTUS Health Texarkana, TX

Summary: The competent Nurse, in the Emergency and other clinical setting , practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry. Proactively provide assignment availability on a regular basis. Able to be assigned to more than one unit. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources. CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual, and development needs of patient and families. Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members. Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient needs using evidence-based practice. Implements patient care and therapeutic procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals. Evaluates the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient response to the care and treatment(s). Performs timely reassessment and documentation. Must be able to perform unit-specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for the designated unit's patient population. Standard II. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow. Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process. Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross checking and validating orders to ensure accuracy. Standard III. Unit Operations Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift. Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies. Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Standard IV. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment resulting in positive patient outcomes. Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities. Provides evidence-based nursing care. Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Knowledge of federal, state and local healthcare-related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures. Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance. Provides feedback for improvement of procedures. Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures. Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools and techniques. Health Information Documentation Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation. Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating and updating patient records. Describes the flow of information between various stations or units. Discusses the functions, features and document flow of electronic documentation. Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy. Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices. Medical Equipment Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility. Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolves common equipment problems. Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment. Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety. Inspects, troubleshoots and evaluates incoming equipment. Medical Order Processing Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions. Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update and forward medical orders. Discusses common errors, their sources and procedures for correcting. Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders. Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each. Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on unit and under own care. Reviews patients’ charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions. Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff. Relates examples of mis-readings or misinterpretations and lessons learned. Reviews, discusses and validates own interpretation with others. Patient Safety Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings. Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings. Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members. Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems. Describes considerations for patients who can cause to harm to self, versus harm to others. Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, participates in immediate investigating, analysis and reporting in real-time. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Minimum of 2 years of combined experience required in both the Emergency Department and one other specialty (e.g. Medsurg, Telemetry, IMC or Critical Care) 5 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required ACLS required TNCC required PALS required within 30 days of hire RN License in the state of employment or compact required Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Full Time