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Charge Nurse - Medical Surgical

Job Description Performs the essential duties and responsibilities and the primary functions of a Registered Nurse in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of assigned patients and nurses. Responsible for meeting the established standards of Nursing Practice, for managing supplies and equipment and any assigned personnel. Responsible for promoting teamwork with physicians and personnel of other departments. Responsible for solving practical problems, dealing with a variety of issues and interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form. Demonstrate clinical knowledge and judgement necessary for patient’s nursing care. Supervision of all unit staff is involved requiring little direction, instruction, training, or planning. SHIFT AND SCHEDULE Full Time; 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS · Ability to assess, project, and plan for patient needs.· Maintains current knowledge of medications and administers medications in accordance with Hospital policy and procedures.· Ability to make appropriate decisions exercising independent judgement.· Must be able to provide instructions to patients related to the patient’s plan of care.· Provides accurate, timely, and complete documentation in respect to plan of care, assessment and other patient care documentation.· Communicates effectively (hear, listen, speak) with patients and families.· Communicates effectively (hear, listen, speak) with physicians and health team members.· Respects patients’ rights and confidential information.· Demonstrates age specific competence in caring for patients from various age groups.· Must provide a safe environment for patients, families, and co-workers.· Adheres to Infection Control policies and procedures.· Incorporates continuous performance improvement recommendations into clinical practice. · Supports and practices in accordance with Hospital policy, procedures and protocol.· Contribute and participate in cost containment activities.· Willing to work a flexible schedule in order to meet the needs of the unit.· Attends meetings as directed by Nurse Manager. · Management of personnel and patient care. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Previous experience as a medical surgical RN· BSN preferred· CNML or Certification in area of specialty (CMSRN, etc.) preferred· Current State of Texas License as a Registered Nurse PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to: · Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.

LVN Labor & Delivery

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description The LVN, with a focus on patient safety, is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws; rules and regulations; and policies, procedures and guidelines of the employing health care institution or practice setting. The LVN functions under his or her own license and assumes accountability and responsibility for quality of care provided to patients and their families according to the standards of nursing practice.7 The LVN demonstrates responsibility forcontinued competence in nursing practice, and develops insight through reflection, self-analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning. This LVN, in a non-primary care nurse role, will meet the needs of patients (inpatient or outpatient) requiring education, assistance, and/or guidance related to lactation. The LVN will act as a surgical technologist to serve as an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. The LVN will work under the supervision of a circulating RN and/or physician to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. SHIFT AND SCHEDULE Part Time, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS · Complete a comprehensive assessment. This includes the ongoing, extensive collection, analysis and interpretation of data. · Synthesize the data collected during the comprehensive assessment to identify problems, and to formulate goals, teaching plans and outcomes in collaboration with primary RN. · The LVN may begin and deliver interventions within the plan of care for patients within legal, ethical, and regulatory parameters and in consideration of health restoration, disease prevention, wellness, and promotion of healthy lifestyles. · Evaluate and report patient outcomes and responses to therapeutic interventions in comparison to benchmarks from evidence-based practice and research findings, and plans any follow-up care and referrals to appropriate resources that may be needed.· Makes appropriate decisions in collaboration with the primary care RN· Ability to assess, project and plan for procedural needs· Possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique.· Combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of safe patient outcomes. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Current Texas Licensed Vocational Nursing license required.· NRP and ACLS required within 6 months of hire.· Ability to assess, project and plan for procedural needs· Possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique.· Combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementationtools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic anddiagnostic procedures.· Required to completed (3) hours of hospital provided continuing education upon hire andannually for Advanced Sterile Processing Certification. Education will focus on thehandling of soiled instrumentation at the point of use and storage of instrumentation forsterile processing department pick-up. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to: · Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.

Nurse Manager - Clinical Operations

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description Nurse managers have 24-hour accountability and responsibility for their respective units and serve as the vital link between the administrative strategic plan and the point of care. The nurse manager is responsible for creating safe, healthy environments that support the work of the health care team and contribute to patient engagement. The role is influential in creating a professional environment and fostering a culture where interdisciplinary team members can contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally. The Nurse Manager, with a focus on patient safety, is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws; rules and regulations; and policies, procedures and guidelines of the organization and practice setting. The Nurse Manager functions under his or her own RN license and assumes accountability and responsibility for the quality of care provided to patients and their families according to the standards of nursing practice. The Nurse Manager demonstrates responsibility for continued competence in nursing practice, and develops insight through reflection, self-analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning. SHIFT AND SCHEDU LE Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS · Financial Management - Data collection, analysis and interpretation to maintain patient safety and improve unit operations, monitor budget, conduct evaluation of productivity, and ability to forecast future revenue and expenses. · Human Resources Management and Leadership Skills- maintain staffing needs, apply recruitment techniques, staff selection – interviewing and hiring, performance management, staff development. · Performance Improvement - patient and customer engagement, evaluate performance data, respond to outcome measurement findings, patient safety, staff retention, and maintain survey/regulatory readiness. · Relationship Management and Influencing Behaviors – crucial conversations, promote team dynamics, mentor and coach staff and colleagues, apply communication principles, foster a healthy work environment, and support cultural competency/diversity. · Foundational Thinking Skills: Apply systems thinking, understand complex adaptive systems definitions and applications. · Technology: Understand the effect of IT on patient care and delivery systems to reduce workload and support business decisions. · Strategic Management: Facilitate change, manage projects, effective meeting management and presentation skills, support shared decision making, and foster a culture of ownership and innovation. · Clinical Practice Knowledge: Maintaining clinical competency for your practice area and staying abreast to current practice standards, challenges, and best practices. It is not an expectation that you reach or maintain clinical mastery of the practice area, as leadership and management is the job role/function. · Personal and Professional Accountability: Manage through education advancement, continuing education, career planning, involvement in professional organizations, certification and fellowships, and personal/professional reflective practice. · Coordinate all preceptor program and activities in assigned areas including training, and assignments. This also includes the evaluation for the effectiveness of the preceptor program and individual preceptors. · Identify learning needs in assigned areas (includes individual and groups) and coordinate corresponding continuing education activities · Participate in organizational learning needs assessment and corresponding continuing education activities · Coordinate professional development program for assigned areas, including promotion and tracking of advanced degrees and specialty certifications · Coordinate implementation activities for education, new processes, new technology, and new products · Ensure competency both initial and ongoing for assigned area’s skills, new equipment, and protocols · Organize educational classes required by employing health care institution · Maintain current education files, assuring completeness to meet all required standards · Coordinate with other Education Coordinators/Professional Development Specialists in CAPE to provide necessary education needs · Assist the Clinical Manager in the Telephone Nurse Call Center (68Nurse) with activities as needed. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Current State of Texas License as a Registered Nurse required. · Bachelor of Science (BSN) Degree in Nursing required. · If nurse does not have a BSN upon hire, the nurse must be currently enrolled in BSN program with graduation within 12 months of assigned position. · Certification in nursing leadership required (e.g., CNML, NE-BC, NEA-BC, CENP) · If nurse does not have certification upon hire, the nurse must obtain leadership certification within 24 months of assigned position. · Master’s degree (MSN, MBA, MHA) preferred. · One (1) year of management/leadership experience is preferred. · Certification in practice area preferred (e.g., CCRN, PCCN, CMSRN, MEDSURG-BC) · Membership in nursing leadership and specialty professional organizations preferred. · ACLS required within 12 months of date of employment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to: · Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.

LVN Emergency Department

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description Plans, implements and evaluates nursing care to adult and pediatric patients. Responsible for supervising other licensed and non-licensed staff. Responsible for promoting positive interactions with staff, physicians, patients, families and other visitors. SHIFT AND SCHEDULE Full Time Swing Shift available (1:00 PM - 1:00 AM & 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS · Maintains current knowledge of medications and administers medications in accordance with the hospital policy. · Demonstrates positive effective communication, including education with patients and families, physicians and other healthcare team members, and professional communications skills. · Demonstrates proficiency in using the electronic medical record providing accurate, timely and complete documentation of plan of care and assessments and respect of patient’s rights and confidentiality. · Provide a safe environment for patients, families and co-workers, including hand-washing, and adherence to infection control policies. · Demonstrate professionalism including current AED’s and other competencies, following dress code policies, participation in orientation of new team members. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Participation in ongoing learning including plans to advance education preferred. · Current State of Texas License as a Vocational Nurse PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to: · Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.

LVN Labor & Delivery

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description The LVN, with a focus on patient safety, is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws; rules and regulations; and policies, procedures and guidelines of the employing health care institution or practice setting. The LVN functions under his or her own license and assumes accountability and responsibility for quality of care provided to patients and their families according to the standards of nursing practice.7 The LVN demonstrates responsibility forcontinued competence in nursing practice, and develops insight through reflection, self-analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning. This LVN, in a non-primary care nurse role, will meet the needs of patients (inpatient or outpatient) requiring education, assistance, and/or guidance related to lactation. The LVN will act as a surgical technologist to serve as an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. The LVN will work under the supervision of a circulating RN and/or physician to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. SHIFT AND SCHEDULE Part Time, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS · Complete a comprehensive assessment. This includes the ongoing, extensive collection, analysis and interpretation of data. · Synthesize the data collected during the comprehensive assessment to identify problems, and to formulate goals, teaching plans and outcomes in collaboration with primary RN. · The LVN may begin and deliver interventions within the plan of care for patients within legal, ethical, and regulatory parameters and in consideration of health restoration, disease prevention, wellness, and promotion of healthy lifestyles. · Evaluate and report patient outcomes and responses to therapeutic interventions in comparison to benchmarks from evidence-based practice and research findings, and plans any follow-up care and referrals to appropriate resources that may be needed.· Makes appropriate decisions in collaboration with the primary care RN· Ability to assess, project and plan for procedural needs· Possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique.· Combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of safe patient outcomes . EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Current Texas Licensed Vocational Nursing license required.· NRP and ACLS required within 6 months of hire.· Ability to assess, project and plan for procedural needs· Possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique.· Combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementationtools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic anddiagnostic procedures.· Required to completed (3) hours of hospital provided continuing education upon hire andannually for Advanced Sterile Processing Certification. Education will focus on thehandling of soiled instrumentation at the point of use and storage of instrumentation forsterile processing department pick-up. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to: · Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Asst. - WTO

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is a licensed practitioner responsible for providing comprehensive orthopedic care in collaboration with the supervising orthopedic surgeon. The APP assists in the operating room, manages inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care, conducts patient evaluations, develops treatment plans, coordinates care, and provides patient education in accordance with state and federal regulations, organizational policies, and established standards of care. SHIFT & SCHEDULE Full Time Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Additional call responsibilities as assigned ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS • Clinical management is conducted in collaboration with the supervising orthopedic surgeon and multidisciplinary healthcare team. • Assist orthopedic surgeon in the operating room as First Assist during surgical procedures. • Perform pre-operative and post-operative patient evaluations and assessments. • Conduct daily inpatient rounds, evaluate patient progress, and communicate treatment plans with patients, families, nursing staff, and consulting providers. • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic conditions in the clinic setting under the direction of the supervising physician. • Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic test results. • Develop and implement treatment plans, including medications, injections, splinting, bracing, casting, wound care, and rehabilitation recommendations. • Perform and document postoperative follow-up visits, wound evaluations, suture/staple removal, and fracture care management. • Coordinate patient care across inpatient, outpatient, surgical, rehabilitation, and ancillary service settings. • Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, surgical procedures, postoperative care, and recovery expectations. • Complete timely and accurate medical documentation within the electronic health record. • Assist with call coverage, including evaluation and management of orthopedic consults, urgent patient concerns, and hospital-based orthopedic issues as assigned. • Collaborate with clinic staff, surgery scheduling, therapy services, hospital departments, and referring providers to ensure continuity of care. • Maintain compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program. • Master's degree or higher and licensed as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Texas. • Current Physician Assistant licensure or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Texas. • Current national certification as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. • Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or ability to obtain within established timeframe. • Orthopedic, surgical, sports medicine, trauma, or first assist experience preferred. • Computer skills and proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. • Eligible for hospital privileges. • First Assist certification preferred or willingness to obtain if required by specialty.

Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant - WTO

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is a licensed practitioner responsible for providing comprehensive orthopedic care in collaboration with the supervising orthopedic surgeon. The APP assists in the operating room, manages inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care, conducts patient evaluations, develops treatment plans, coordinates care, and provides patient education in accordance with state and federal regulations, organizational policies, and established standards of care. SHIFT & SCHEDULE Full Time Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Additional call responsibilities as assigned ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS • Clinical management is conducted in collaboration with the supervising orthopedic surgeon and multidisciplinary healthcare team. • Assist orthopedic surgeon in the operating room as First Assist during surgical procedures. • Perform pre-operative and post-operative patient evaluations and assessments. • Conduct daily inpatient rounds, evaluate patient progress, and communicate treatment plans with patients, families, nursing staff, and consulting providers. • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic conditions in the clinic setting under the direction of the supervising physician. • Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic test results. • Develop and implement treatment plans, including medications, injections, splinting, bracing, casting, wound care, and rehabilitation recommendations. • Perform and document postoperative follow-up visits, wound evaluations, suture/staple removal, and fracture care management. • Coordinate patient care across inpatient, outpatient, surgical, rehabilitation, and ancillary service settings. • Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, surgical procedures, postoperative care, and recovery expectations. • Complete timely and accurate medical documentation within the electronic health record. • Assist with call coverage, including evaluation and management of orthopedic consults, urgent patient concerns, and hospital-based orthopedic issues as assigned. • Collaborate with clinic staff, surgery scheduling, therapy services, hospital departments, and referring providers to ensure continuity of care. • Maintain compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program. • Master's degree or higher and licensed as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Texas. • Current Physician Assistant licensure or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Texas. • Current national certification as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. • Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or ability to obtain within established timeframe. • Orthopedic, surgical, sports medicine, trauma, or first assist experience preferred. • Computer skills and proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. • Eligible for hospital privileges. • First Assist certification preferred or willingness to obtain if required by specialty.

Nurse Manager - Emergency Department

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description The Clinical Manager (CM), with a focus on patient safety, is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws; rules and regulations; and policies, procedures and guidelines of the employing health care institution or practice setting. The CM is responsible for creating a safe healthy environment that supports the work of the health care team and contributes to patient engagement. The CM will provide expert, competent, credible, visible leadership within the department. The role is influential in creating a professional environment and fostering a culture where interdisciplinary team members can contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally. The CM will involve staff in departmental decision-making. CM functions under his or her own RN license and assumes accountability and responsibility for quality of care provided to patients and their families according to the standards of nursing practice. The CM demonstrates responsibility for continued competence in nursing practice, and develops insight through reflection, self-analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning. SHIFT & SCHEDULE Full Time, Monday - Friday; 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS · Create and sustain a culture that supports staff to do their best work. Be skilled communicators, team builders, agents for positive change, committed to service, results oriented and role models for collaborative practice. · Being visible and constantly communicating with the front line staff. · Will work as a Charge Nurse 2 shifts per week. o Ability to assess, project, and plan for patient needs o Ability to make appropriate decisions by exercising independent judgement o Communicate effectively with patients and families, unit staff, physicians and other departments o Provide a safe environment for patients, families and co-workers o Incorporate continuous performance improvement recommendations into clinical practice o Supports and practices in accordance with hospital policy, procedures and protocols o Facilitate movement of patients through the treatment process. o Ensure quality patient care and compliance with legal requirements. · Will work in administrative role for 16 hours per week. During administration days, will maintain departmental clinical manager responsibilities and expectations to include service excellence initiatives, people, finance, and clinical observations o ED Capacity – Participate as needed to ensure throughput and ED patient flow is optimized. Anticipate the need to prepare for boarders on the unit. · Assure front line staff are competent and are committed to professional nursing and maintaining required practice standards. · Willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the unit. · Provide mentoring and support for all staff. · Intervene when needed for patient satisfaction or safety issues as they arise. Escalate to Division Manager when needed. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Bachelor of Science (BSN) Degree in Nursing required. If no BSN, must be enrolled in a program and /or completed within 18 months of hire. Master of Science (MSN) Degree preferred in Nursing Administration. · Minimum of 2 years of full-time Emergency Department experience required. · Current State of Texas License as a Registered Nurse. · Certification in area of specialty (e.g., CEN, CPEN, CCRN, CNOR) required. · ACLS, PALS or ENPC, and TNCC are required within 12 months of date of employment in the ED. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to: · Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.

LVN Residency

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description While working under the supervision of their assigned preceptor the RN, with a focus on patient safety, is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws; rules and regulations; and policies, procedures and guidelines of the employing health care institution or practice setting. The RN functions under his or her own license and assumes accountability and responsibility for quality of care provided to patients and their families according to the standards of nursing practice.7 The RN demonstrates responsibility for continued competence in nursing practice, and develops insight through reflection, self-analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning SHIFT AND SCHEDULE Full Time ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS · With training and return demonstration the RN will complete comprehensive assessments. This includes the initial and ongoing, extensive collection, analysis and interpretation of data. · Synthesize the data collected during the comprehensive assessment to identify problems, make nursing diagnoses, and to formulate goals, teaching plans and outcomes. · Assist with the implementation of the plan of care. The RN may begin, deliver, assign or delegate certain interventions within the plan of care for patients within legal, ethical, and regulatory parameters and in consideration of health restoration, disease prevention, wellness, and promotion of healthy lifestyles. · Evaluate and report patient outcomes and responses to therapeutic interventions in comparison to benchmarks from evidence-based practice and research findings, and plans any follow-up care and referrals to appropriate resources that may be needed. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is required Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) is preferred. Current State of Texas License as a Registered Nurse or Graduate Nurse · ACLS, PALS, ENPC, and TNCC may be required for certain departments. These can be obtained after hire within the timeframes established by the departments. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to: · Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.

LVN

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4 months ago

LVN to RN Transition Program

Midland Health Midland, TX

Job Description Plans, implements and evaluates nursing care to adult and pediatric patients. Responsible for supervising other licensed and non-licensed staff. Responsible for promoting positive interactions with staff, physicians, patients, families and other visitors. SHIFT AND SCHEDULE: Full Time Shifts Vary ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Maintains current knowledge of medications and administers medications in accordance with the hospital policy. Demonstrates positive effective communication, including education with patients and families, physicians and other healthcare team members, and professional communications skills. Demonstrates proficiency in using the electronic medical record providing accurate, timely and complete documentation of plan of care and assessments and respect of patient’s rights and confidentiality. Provide a safe environment for patients, families and co-workers, including hand-washing, and adherence to infection control policies. Demonstrate professionalism including current AED’s and other competencies, following dress code policies, participation in orientation of new team members. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Participation in ongoing learning including plans to advance education preferred. Current State of Texas License as a Vocational Nurse Area of specialty certification (Certified Med-Surg, or OCN) preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to: Ø Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.