Nursing Jobs in Corryville, OH

MANAGER, TCHP-RN

The Christ Hospital Health Network Cincinnati, OH

Job Description Clinical Managers are transformational, transparent, and tribal leaders. Clinical Managers advocate for and allocate available resources to promote efficient, effective, safe and compassionate nursing care based on current standards of practice while promoting shared decision-making and professional autonomy. Clinical Managers have major responsibility for the implementation of the vision, mission, philosophy, core values, evidence-based practice, and standards of the organization, and nursing services within their defined areas of responsibility. Clinical managers are responsible for leading both unit-based and department-wide robust performance improvement/ high reliability projects. Responsibilities Administrative Leadership Demonstrates transformational, transparent, and tribal leadership Leads robust performance improvement/high reliability initiatives at both the unit and department level with the goal to improve outcomes. Demonstrates knowledge of job standards and key requirements for each staff position in assigned areas of responsibility, holding subordinates accountable for the responsibilities inherent to their positions. Provides feedback/counseling, and corrective action to assigned staff as appropriate. Provides assigned staff with performance evaluations as defined by HR. Conducts outcomes focused rounding on all employees, providing staff feedback and motivation for improved outcomes. Supports peer review systems, with mechanisms now in place for staff input into their own evaluations. Provides structure and opportunity for staff nurses to establish and accomplish their goals. Delegates appropriate responsibility and accountability for designated management activities. Promotes unit-based Care Innovation and Transformation. Conducts regular leadership and staff meetings. Provides opportunities for staff participation in nursing and hospital-based activities including councils and taskforces. Monitors to ensure staff maintains/achieves necessary competencies for their job functions. Supports professionalism through ethical conduct, appearance, positive communication, attendance and holding self accountable for same standards set for staff. Participates in councils, taskforces, and special projects as assigned or requested. Ensures organizational strategic goals and unit goals are communicated to staff and achieved. Ensures unit-based care delivery aligns with the TCHHN Professional Practice Model. Responds to requests that support TCHHN’s efforts around the Magnet Recognition Program. Operations Ensures personnel are scheduled to meet the needs of the assigned areas of responsibility. Oversees and shares transparent staffing within organization. Develops and implements models of patient care delivery which maximize resources and productivity with respect for individual rights, preferences, ethnicity, culture and diversity. Ensures safe and therapeutic environment is maintained for patients, personnel, physicians, and visitors. Fills staff vacancies in a timely manner. Establishes work goals or quantitative/qualitative standards to be achieved with staff input. Ensures the nursing process is utilized in care delivery. Ensures processes are documented per policy pertaining to new hires, float, and agency personnel receiving appropriate and timely orientation. Evaluates effectiveness of unit operations, quality and level of care. Works collaboratively with physician leadership to direct operational and clinical improvements. Conducts and facilitates robust, high reliability performance assessment and improvement activities for assigned areas of responsibility. Informs risk manager and leadership of serious or potentially serious patient/visitor problems and issues as soon as they are identified. Coordinates nursing care with other healthcare disciplines and assists in integrating services across the continuum of health care. Finance Identifies and quantifies resources needed to support patient care activities in areas of assigned responsibility. Works to comply with productivity standards. Participates in zero-based budgeting process and monitors performance by pay period. Continuously looks for and implements strategies to reduce cost while maintaining quality and workforce goals. Balances patient needs, quality, and cost effectiveness. Prepares and participates in finance budget meeting presentation for areas of responsibility. Stays current on health care finance and reimbursement issues. Manages, prioritizes, and organizes work through objectives leading to goal attainment. Demonstrates business acumen. Relates budget to organization strategic plan. Professional Maintains and seeks responsibility for self development. Participates in organizational Leadership programs. Participates in regular talent development programs. Networks with colleagues to share ideas, trends, and innovations in areas of responsibility. Maintains membership and association in professional nursing organizations, incorporates standards into operations to keep current with evidence-based practice. Shares knowledge and information with peers, other nursing managers, and encourages changes in practice based on evidence-based practice. Develops and supports “development plans” for unit staff. Appropriately represents nursing and/or the hospital in the community and participates in organizationally sponsored community events. Assists staff in developing professionally through pursuit of additional education, professional advancement, and certifications. Seeks out opportunities for and supports community service activities. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties. Do not personalize the job description, credentials, or knowledge and skills based on the current associate. List any special education required for this position. EDUCATION: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. BSN is required, MSN preferred. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three (2) years in clinical nursing practice. One (1) year experience in leadership position. REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrated knowledge of nursing, healthcare, and organizational systems and strategies. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in robust process improvement, performance improvement, principles of high reliability and just culture. Knowledge of JCAHO standards and other external organizations related to healthcare evaluation and accreditation. Experience with the methodologies and processes related to organizational financial viability. Well developed communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. Experience In Hematology/oncology Clinical Practice(s) Preferred. LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: Graduate of an approved School of Nursing and Current RN licensure in the state of employment. The RN holds a current license to practice nursing in her/his state of employment. Membership in professional organizations is required. Certification in NE-BC is desirable. BLS certification is required prior to patient contact. ACLS certification preferred.

Registered Nurse - Main Comp Med Stepdown - Part Time - Days

The Christ Hospital Health Network Cincinnati, OH

Job Description 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. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH which promotes an on-going partnership between patients and families and the team of healthcare providers. The care is culturally based and age specific. The RN adheres to American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and to the scope of practice described in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities The Nursing Process Assessment - Demonstrates the nursing skills to complete a holistic assessment of the patient’s physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and education needs utilizing The Christ Hospital Professional Practice Model. Understands signs and symptoms and data related to the patient’s presenting needs and actual or potential nursing diagnosis. Recognizes and appropriately reports to the physician and charge RN pertinent abnormal data and changes in the patient’s condition. Utilizes appropriate handoff methods to collaborate with other healthcare team members to communicate pertinent data regarding patient’s physiological and psychological data. Assesses patient, family, and environment for safety risks, proactively seeks out and performs safety initiatives. Diagnosis and Planning - Utilizes collected data to establish and prioritize a list of actual, and potential, individualized patient problems and needs. Prepares, coordinates, and revises multidisciplinary plan of care in collaboration with the patient and family to be supportive of the TCH model of care/Patient and Family Centered care. For each problem a measurable goal is set. Communicates the plan of care utilizing SBAR and handoff processes with all team members. Establish priorities of care, discusses plan of care during shift report, and participates in care conferences. Initiates discharge planning upon admission, makes appropriate referrals consistent with the anticipated length of stay. Implementation – The method of providing evidence based, quality care is based on assessed needs and standards of care while adhering to hospital policy and procedures to achieve set goals. Performs and delegates nursing actions based on appropriate orders demonstrates critical thinking and accountability for appropriate implementation. Provides ongoing, individualized holistic patient and family education based on needs and plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Demonstrates critical thinking upon review of physician orders, making appropriate referrals, & contacts other health team professionals. Responds to emergency situations that require an immediate, controlled precision in a skillful manner. Implements measures to prevent contamination and/or transmission of disease to include the use of appropriate protective devices and equipment to prevent injury and maintain a safe environment. Evaluation – Continuously evaluates nursing practice related to the plan of care in relation to the standards of care established through evidence-based literature and standards established by professional organization that have been built into order sets in the electronic medical record, the individual plan of care, and patient outcomes and goals. Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care interventions, adjusts or continues with plan of care based on patient and family response. Maintains continuity of care by continuous evaluation during ”handoff” report, rounding, and upon transfers to other specialty units and post care facilities. Documentation Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented in the patient’s electronic medical record reflecting the plan of care as implemented by the patient, family, and multidisciplinary team. Documents information in a timely manner, according to hospital policy, to include the plan of care, accurate updates, teaching and the patients’ and family response to care. Leadership and Professional Development Demonstrates leadership skills such as the ability to motivate, educate, delegate, and mentor peers and other members of the healthcare team while effectively managing the care of patients and family members. Assumes responsibility and accountability for professional growth and development. Contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others. Participates in 75% of staff meetings and 75% of council meetings as appropriate. Participates in unit based activities/initiatives for performance improvement, evidence based projects, and research as needed. Participates in council activities and task forces to improve competencies of self, co-workers, and staff members related to patient care. Supports self and peers in professional growth and development utilizing resources and opportunities within and outside of The Christ Hospital. Participates in self and peer review activities to include the positive recognition of peers and staff on a regular basis. Acts as a resource, educator and preceptor for multidisciplinary team members, staff and nursing students, continuously evaluating and documenting competency. . Maintains competency in POC (point of care) testing for unit specific nursing practice. The following are strongly encouraged: Participation in the professional advancement program. Certification specific to work area of professional practice when eligible. Participation in chosen professional organizations and conferences. Participation in development and maintenance of research activities. Participation in community service activities. Employee Responsibilities Complies with organization and department policies and required training. Completes all educational requirements to maintain competency related to specific population of patient and/or regulatory agencies (Healthstream education 100% on-time completion and attendance for annual education day). Submits required tests and paperwork in a timely manner without management interventions. Attendance Follows the time and attendance policy; reports to work on time, maintains a good attendance record, has badge and uses it to clock in and out, makes requests for tie off as far in advance as possible, etc. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL: Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties. Do not list personal credentials of the current jobholder that would not be required if the job were being filled. List any special education required for this position. EDUCATION: TCH does hire AD and Diploma nurses; however all nurses hired after January 2010 must receive their BSN within 5 years of the date of hire. RN’s who were employed at TCH prior to January 2010, and have more than 20 years of experience as an RN are permitted to pursue their BSN on a voluntary basis. A MSN or DNP are not required but supersede the requirement for the BSN. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: None required REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: The RN demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education. The RN effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality. The RN maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth. The RN demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting. LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: The RN holds a current licensure to practice nursing in Ohio. Membership in professional organizations is desirable. BLS certification is required prior to patient contact. ACLS is required within 6 months of hire in step-down and ICU areas. Certification in area of clinical specialty is expected within five years of eligibility.