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Adv. Skills RN - ICU (FT - Nights)

Description Kindred Hospital Dayton and Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) is a 97-bed hospital. With 51 long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) beds, we offer the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. Our 46-bed behavioral health unit offers treatment for adults ages 18+, including dedicated services for geriatric patients. The unit offers 24-hour supervised psychiatric treatment and crisis support for mental health issues and like the LTACH, we partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. We are located downtown Dayton near the I-75 and I-35 junction, to the west of the Great Miami River. Job Summary Provides quality patient care to critically ill patients, through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation. Serves as a patient advocate at all times. Supervises the nursing care provided to each patient by other caregivers. Develops the plan for nursing care as a result of coordination with the patient, family and staff of other disciplines as necessary. Applies critical thinking in order to promote positive clinical outcomes. Ensures patient education. Participates in discharge planning. Essential Functions Maintains the standard of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and the nursing department Assesses the patient on admission within the required time frame. Makes referral to other disciplines based on the assessment, such as rehabilitation and nutritional services Develops a nursing care plan for assigned patient on admission and updates the plan of care as needed Ensures the plan is discussed and developed as a result of the coordination of patient and family and the interdisciplinary team Able to release, remove, and reapply restraints to patient Ensures patient is in proper position and alignment Documents patient admission assessment and reassessments, patient care plans, and other pertinent information completely in the patient’s electronic medical record Demonstrates correct use of Biomedical equipment such as defibrillator, Suction machine, IV and feeding pumps, PCA pump, blood glucose monitoring machine Demonstrates safe and effective delivery of patient care such as completing team/patient assignments on time, making effective use of available time, showing initiative and teamwork Obtains consents for procedures and blood transfusions, ensuring patient has necessary information to make an informed decision Receives physician’s orders, ensures transcription is accurate, and order entry is accurate Follows through to ensure order is carried out Recognizes and responds appropriately to patient change in condition such as Cardiac rhythm, respiratory distress, GI bleed, pulmonary emboli/ edema, diabetic Ketoacidosis, adverse drug reaction and Blood transfusion reaction, etc. Institutes emergency action, notifies physician, obtains orders, etc. Completes and documents patient admission assessment and reassessments as required according to policy Reports pertinent observations and reaction regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e., physician, supervisor, charge nurse) and records these observations accurately Administers medications with verbalized knowledge of the action, side effects, correct dosages and route according ICU policies and procedures Demonstrates ability to recognize and Institute arrhythmia protocol for the following Cardiac rhythms V-tach, V-fib, PVC’s, asystole, 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree heart block, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter Directs, supervises, and evaluates nursing care provided to patients Administers medications utilizing the seven “rights” of medication administration: right patient, route, time, medication, dose, reason and documentation Assist physicians with special tests and procedures such as thoracentesis, paracentesis, arterial line and bronchoscopy Participates in economical utilization of supplies and ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner Participates in orientation of new personnel and performance evaluations of nursing staff Assists team members in giving care to patients or administers direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed Coordinates nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, or sepsis Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment Is knowledgeable about the emotional and rehabilitative aspects of care and is capable of applying appropriate therapeutic interventions Provides assessment utilizing current ACLS certification and protocols renders lifesaving first aid and makes appropriate referral to the nearest organization that is capable of providing needed services Demonstrates ability to manage various types of tubes and other devices such as Foley /straight catheter, feeding tubes, chest tubes, JP drains, Hemovacs. T-tubes, wound drains, ostomy care, suprapubic catheter, continuous bladder irrigation Demonstrates correct set up and performance monitoring of hemodynamic systems such as Swan-ganz catheter, arterial catheter, and cardiac output Demonstrates accurate knowledge of critical Lab values and their normal ranges Reports and documents appropriately Demonstrates ability to verify correct lead telemetry placement Validates telemetry strips every 4 hours and PRN. Documents appropriately. Participates in assessing and meeting patient and family education needs Provides complete patient report to oncoming RN, ensures documentation is complete, physician orders are signed off, and patient rooms are in order Communicates pertinent information to RN, physician, and patients as needed Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean and wears appropriate identification while on duty Completes annual health, safety, and education requirements. Maintains professional growth and development Maintains confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served Attends all mandatory in-services and staff meetings Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department Maintains current licensure/certification for position, if applicable Demonstrates Guest Relation’s skills to patients, physicians, visitors, employees, and any other individuals with whom they may come in contact Follows departmental and hospital Health, Safety, Security, Hazardous Materials policies and procedures Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition Basic computer knowledge Organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and function under stressful situations Maintain good working relationship with co-workers Must read, write and speak fluent English Must have good and regular attendance Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0% Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications Education Graduate from an accredited Registered Nursing program Licenses/Certifications Current state licensure as Registered Nurse BCLS and ACLS certifications required Experience Minimum one year training and experience in Critical Care Able to communicate effectively in English- both written and verbal

Manager/Supervisor

2 months ago

Clinical Nurse Manager - Observation - Salary (69024)

Memorial Health System Marietta, OH

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Clinical Nurse Manager is responsible for managing and supervising activities in an assigned nursing area. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times. Job Functions: Maintains appropriate staffing levels for the unit. Performs nurse leader rounding. Coordinates orientation or new employees and education of all staff. Holds staff accountable for their behaviors through coaching and stepped discipline. Completes annual evaluations of employees in a timely fashion. Will promote and be accountable for professional nursing practice on their units. Will work closely and collaboratively with various nursing and non-nursing departments to meet organizational goals. Must be a transformational leader who exhibits professionalism, confidence, and inspires and motivates others to a higher level of professionalism. Works collaboratively with nursing quality to achieve high levels of nursing practice. Participate in practice and quality councils to achieve sustained improvements. Role models participation in shared governance and mentoring emerging leaders, networking across the system and ensuring the involvement of frontline staff. Utilizes evidence based practice (EBP) when available and establishes standards for its use in all policies, procedures, guidelines and education. Able to organize and manage complex projects, uses lean process to facilitate project management. Demonstrates financial stewardship and innovation. Participates in departmental goal development and goals setting that aligns with strategic nursing and organizational goals, working collaboratively with other departments partnering to ensure mutual success. Demonstrates leadership all aspects of professional nursing practice, improving systems and managing resources. Utilizes appropriate interpersonal communication which facilitates productive relationships with other team members. Promotes a positive patient experience. Seeks help from appropriate resources as needed. Maintains current knowledge of and practices within the scope of hospital policies. Clarifies any unclear communication between members of the healthcare team. Uses proper channels of authority in communicating information. Assumes responsibility for own behavior. Has the authority and responsibility to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, discipline, direct, or recommend such actions by using independent judgment. Completes and conducts employee performance evaluations based on direct observation of their employee’s job performance. Granted authority to perform the supervisory duties and are held accountable for performing such duties. Maintains compliance in RQI. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary. Minimum Education/Experience Required: Current licensure in the State of Ohio as a Registered Nurse. 3 – 5 years of leadership experience preferred. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN), Business, or healthcare related field required or must obtain within 3 years of hire. Must meet staff nurse job requirements for individual nursing unit and maintain competency requirements. Special Knowledge, Skills, Training: Verbal and written communication skills. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Compensation Details: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Benefits: Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits . Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer. Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at https://www.ocio.usda.gov/document/ad-3027 , or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov . * Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.