Summary Under the supervision and/or direction of a Registered Professional Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, performs various duties assisting in the care and treatment of patients/residents in accordance with established policies and procedures. Understands and adheres to GCMC’s Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and GCMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they are changed or modified. Experience - Experience working with the elderly population preferred. - Must be listed in good standing on the New York State Nurse Aide Registry as a Certified Nursing Assistant with no findings of abuse, mistreatment, neglect or misappropriation of property/funds. Education High School graduate or GED preferred Essential Functions 1. Performs routine patient/resident care duties under the direction of the Registered nurse or LPN. 1. Assists with direct care of the patient/resident (dressing, grooming, ambulating, toileting, transferring). 2. Prepares and assists with meals and distributes water and other nourishments according to the needs of the patient/resident. 3. Measures vital signs: temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure and reports them to the nurse. 4. Provides routine am/pm care and assists with routine skin care. 5. Assists with I & O’s, empties and measures patient’s drainage containers and documents I & O appropriately. 6. Collects specimens, labels properly, transports to proper area in a timely manner following established procedures. 7. Participates in shift report communicating information to oncoming staff. 8. Makes round willingly and promptly responds to call lights. 9. Participates in clinical learning experiences for orientees and students. 2. Assists with transportation activities related to patient/resident care. 1. Escorts patients/residents to ancillary departments. 2. Escorts discharged patients/residents in a safe and efficient manner. 3. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to safely and effectively use equipment. 3. Emergency Preparedness-Demonstrates working knowledge and understanding of emergency preparedness plans and operations. 1. Aware of and actively participates in emergency preparedness procedures and operations. 2. Aware of and actively participates in Code Red, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Orange, Green, and Silver drills and actual events. 4. Documentation-Completely and accurately documents patient/resident care activities and response in a timely manner in accordance with facility policy. 1. Documents on a regular, real time basis all patient/resident care activities in accordance to policy. 2. Infection Control-Provide safe and effective patient/resident care in accordance with hospital Infection Control policy and procedures. 3. Wears appropriate PPE as warranted. 4. Follows hand hygiene protocol. 5. Follows all isolation procedures as appropriate. The pay for this position ranges from $17.65-$27.55 per hour. Show more Show less
Job Description Position Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence‐based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Essential functions and specific skills for the job are found in the unit specific onboarding checklist and in standards that are applicable to the specialty. Education, License & Cert: Registered Nurse in the State of Practice. BSN in Nursing preferred. Any previously agreed upon effective date for obtaining a Bachelor's degree in nursing between individuals and facilities will remain in effect, including those who transition to their position from the NLRN Program. Any contract with specific time frames for obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing will supersede the above point and will remain in effect. Specialty Certification is preferred BLS certification ACLS is unit dependent PALS is unit dependent Experience: The Registered Nurse must be a registered nurse currently licensed in the state of employment with at least one year of experience. Alternately, the Registered Nurse may have less than one year of experience if they have been transitioned to their position from the Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency (NLRN) Program. The Registered Nurse must meet the individual nursing unit specifications regarding educational requirements during employment. Must maintain BLS certification. ACLS is unit dependent. Specifications regarding educational requirements during employment are determined by the Nursing Department and Nursing Unit Essential Functions: Employs Nursing Professional Practice: Assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patients' care. Develops updates and coordinates the patients' plan of care to achieve patient goals and to optimize outcomes and transitions across the continuum. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Performs and maintains the currency of essential competencies as required by a specific area of hire and population served. Advocates: Effectively advocates for ethical and holistic care by partnering in care planning to promote the autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs of those we serve. Facilitates Learning: Fosters a learning environment for patients/families, nursing, and other members of the healthcare team, including student; Facilities formal and informal learning for patients/families, nursing, other members of the healthcare team, and community. Aligns Practice with Safety and Quality: Accountable for safety, identifies and corrects problems, and integrates evidence and best practice into nursing care; uses data and evidence to improve patient outcomes. Aligns patient safety, self‐safety, and environmental safety as equally important for best outcomes. Engages in Professional Development: Engages in ongoing professional development; practices at the top of license within the legal parameters of the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and specialty standards. Promotes a culture of inquiry that explores, integrates, and disseminates research and evidence‐based practice. Leader in Practice Setting & Community: demonstrates leadership as change agents using the collaborative leadership skills of advocacy, influence and innovation. In partnering with colleagues appropriately delegates, coordinates care, and collaborates with others as equal members of the inter‐professional care team to integrate nursing knowledge. Models professional behaviors as a representative of the nursing profession. Participates in the planning and presentation of educational programs. It is understood that this description is not intended to be all‐inclusive and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of the position Other Duties: Proficiency in Information Technology, such as electronic health records, communication systems, computers, and equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the position. Skilled to work with a wide range of staff as part of an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff. Ability to use independent, critical judgment in all aspects of patient care delivery. Demonstrated interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude. Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations About Us Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community. The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. Show more Show less
