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$30.37 - $45.54 / hour

Description STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Coordinates total nursing care for patients, participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Full-time benefitted position working 72 hours per two weeks. Days are Monday - Friday with every 4th weekend and every 5th holiday. Night call is one night every 2 weeks and one weekend every 9th weekend. JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and clinical services. Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Nursing Department. Evaluates patient eligibility, status and current coverage of service requirements. Collaborates with Home Health Manager or designee prior to admission. Assesses the patient's condition and nursing needs; sets goals; prescribes appropriate nursing action to meet those goals and the physical, psychological, social and rehabilitative needs of the patient, including discharge planning. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e., physicians) and records those observations accurately and concisely. Initiates and develops individualized nursing care plans for assigned patients. Administers medications and performs treatments to assigned patients. Provides for instruction of patient and family in use of specialized equipment. Participates in Hospice/HH call rotation consisting of nights, weekends and holidays. 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 peer performance evaluations of nursing staff. Coordinates nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments. Establishes and maintains communications and utilizes teaching opportunities with patients and other significant individuals. Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest. Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Participates in staff development programs. Delegates and supervises Home Health Aide per CMS Conditions of Participation and Nursing Standard of Practice. The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Requirements Qualifications/Requirements for This Position Preparation and Training - Work requires a professional level of knowledge acquired by completing an accredited RN nursing education program. Must hold RN licensure from the ND State Board of Nursing for the current year. Position requires completion of BLS CPR. Position is required to attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in the appropriate timeframe according to department orientation checklist. Work Experience - Requires 1 year general Medical/Surgical nursing experience. Preferable 1 year Home Health or Community Health experience. Attendance - Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee at JRMC. Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working. Employees are also expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. Analytical Ability - Independent Judgement - Contact and Interpersonal Skills - Aware of high degree of visibility in community representing JRMC Home Health Agency. Considerable contact with physicians and personnel from other departments and residents of area served. Supervising the Work of Others - May be required to plan, assign work to and check the work of 1 to 5 nursing personnel doing related work on the shift. Supervision is provided to LPNs, Nurse Techs, Nursing Aides and Ward Clerks. Responsibility for Welfare of Others - High frequency with which work performed by the staff RN may result in very serious physical or emotional harm to others. It is the responsibility of the professional RN to continuously uphold the highest degree of performance within currently defined and acceptable nursing practice standards. Responsibility for Making Decisions and Recommendations - Independent nursing judgment is often required by the professional RN based on established policies and procedures. Substandard performance in nursing skills or judgment may adversely affect patient care, patient welfare and hospital goodwill. Mental / Visual Effort - Must be able to work with terminally ill patients and their families to effectively cope with death and dying. Visual acuity necessary for reading charts and working with medical devices; color perception necessary for interpreting testing procedures involving color comparisons. Working Conditions - Exposure to patients with infectious diseases, unsanitary conditions within patient's residence. Exposure to elements at higher risk than usual due to extensive travel by car and working in adverse conditions in residences. Promotion - No formal line of promotion. Background Check - A comprehensive background check and drug screening will be conducted as a condition of employment for this role. Drug Screen - A urine drug screening is required for all positions and must be completed within 30 days of the date of hire. Physical Requirement - These are physical requirements of the position that may be performed as part of daily duties. Inability to meet one or more of these physical requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Upon request for reasonable accommodation, JRMC may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates and the proposed accommodation. EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS - Visual Observation - Continuously Standing - Rarely Walking - Rarely Sitting - Continuously Hands and Finger Dexterity - Frequently Reaching with Hands and Arms - Rarely Climbing - Rarely Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling - Rarely Hearing/Listening - Continuously Tasting or Smelling - Rarely Working Inside - Continuously Working Outside - Rarely Working in Extreme Heat - Rarely Working in Extreme Cold - Rarely Working with Hazardous Materials - Rarely Noise - Continuously Working in Dirt/Dust - Never Driving - Never Lifting / Carrying / Pushing / Pulling: Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally Up to 25 pounds - Rarely Up to 50 pounds - Never Up to 75 pounds - Never Up to 100 pounds - Never Over 100 pounds - Never

Labor and Delivery

Per Diem

2 months ago

REGISTERED NURSE (RN - HOSPITAL) - Family BirthPlace

$29 - $44 / hour

Description STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Coordinates total nursing care for patients of all ages utilizing the nursing process; directs patient and family teaching; provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Casual position working 16 hours on FBP per six week schedule. Scheduled shifts will be a combination of 12 hour shifts on a variable D/N rotation. Weekend and holiday shifts will be as needed. Must have completed FHR monitoring course and NRP, or be willing to obtain. JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Clinical Services. Provides direct patient care for assigned patients of all ages including pediatrics, adult and geriatrics, utilizing the nursing process including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Assesses the patient's condition considering age-specific developmental needs, educational needs of patient and family and discharge planning needs. Develops a plan of care for the patient and prescribes appropriate nursing interventions to achieve expected patient outcomes. Evaluates patient outcomes and modifies plan of care as patient’s needs or condition changes. Directs and participates in discharge planning and patient and family/significant other education. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e., physicians, Unit Supervisor, and/or Nursing Manager) and records those observations accurately and concisely. Delegates nursing care to other health care members in accordance with the patient's needs and the nursing personnel's capabilities and qualifications. Administers medications, IV therapy and performs treatments for assigned patients as ordered by the physician. Assists physicians with special tests and procedures such as thoracentesis, lumbar tap, etc. Ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Participates in orientation of new personnel and performance evaluations of nursing staff. Coordinates nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments. Establishes and maintains effective communications with patients, families and staff to contribute to the hospital mission. Initiates and/or assists in emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest. Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Participates in staff development programs. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Requirements PREPARATION AND TRAINING - Work requires a professional level of knowledge acquired by completing an accredited RN nursing education program. Must hold RN licensure from the ND State Board of Nursing for the current year. ED staff nurse position requires PALS/ACLS certification. TNCC is highly encouraged. ICU staff nurse position requires completion of a basic cardiology class for nurses and ACLS certification.Family BirthPlace (FBP) staff nurse position requires completion of a basic fetal monitoring course and neonatal resuscitation course (NRP). Position requires completion of BLS CPR. Position is required to attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in the appropriate timeframe according to department orientation checklist. WORK EXPERIENCE - Previous work experience preferred but not required for staff RN positions in Patient Care Unit (PCU). (See exceptions indicated below). Time to reach competency on the job: 3 weeks to 3 months for entry level staff RN. ICU Staff RN, FBP Staff RN, ED Staff RN and PACU RN positions - Preference for a minimum of one year nursing experience following completion of RN nursing education program. Time to reach competency on the job: 3 weeks to 3 months following orientation to the work area. ATTENDANCE - Position requires completion of BLS CPR. Position is required to attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in the appropriate timeframe according to department orientation checklist. ANALYTICAL ABILITY - A high level of analytical ability is required in a variety of duties in order to gather and interpret complex data and to find solutions to difficult problems. INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT - Independent nursing judgment is often required by the professional RN based on established policies and procedures. Substandard performance in nursing skills or judgment may adversely affect patient care, patient welfare and hospital goodwill. CONTACTS WITH OTHERS - Very frequent contact with others. Must demonstrate social sensitivity and the ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner. SUPERVISING THE WORK OF OTHERS - May be required to plan, assign work to and check the work of 1 to 5 nursing personnel doing related work on the shift. Supervision is provided to LPNs, Nurse Assistants, and Unit Clerks. RESPONSIBILITY FOR WELFARE OF OTHERS - High frequency with which work performed by the staff RN may result in very serious physical or emotional harm to others. It is the responsibility of the professional RN to continuously uphold the highest degree of performance within currently defined and acceptable nursing practice standards. MENTAL/VISUAL EFFORT - Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must demonstrate physical and emotional ability to meet agreed upon work schedule and performance standards required by the position. Required duties are such that concentrated attention must be applied on demand consistent with manual skill requirements in situations that may at times be stressful. Visual acuity necessary for reading charts and working with medical devices; color perception necessary for interpreting testing procedures involving color comparisons. WORKING CONDITIONS OSHA job classification - This position is defined as a Category I in which the employee does have exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Position requires exposure to patients with infectious disease and odor. Must practice aseptic techniques and observe Standard Precautions. Participates in and complies with JRMC Safety Management program. Position is subject to frequent interruptions. Work may be on weekends and holidays; beyond normal working hours and/or temporarily in other positions when necessary. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY EFFORT - Frequent standing or walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients and/or equipment. Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. Needs finger dexterity when handling medication, specialized equipment and performing nursing assessments. PROMOTION - No formal line of promotion. EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS - Visual Observation - Continuously Standing - Continuously Walking - Continuously Sitting - Continuously Hands and Finger Dexterity - Continuously Reaching with Hands and Arms - Continuously Climbing - Occasionally Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling - Frequently Hearing/Listening - Continuously Tasting or Smelling - Occasionally Working Inside - Continuously Working Outside - Never Working in Extreme Heat - Never Working in Extreme Cold - Never Working with Hazardous Materials - Frequently Noise - Continuously Working in Dirt/Dust - Rarely Driving - Rarely Lifting: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally Up to 75 pounds - Occasionally Up to 100 pounds - Occasionally Over 100 pounds - Occasionally Carrying: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally Up to 75 pounds - Occasionally Up to 100 pounds - Occasionally Over 100 pounds - Occasionally Pushing: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally Up to 75 pounds - Occasionally Up to 100 pounds - Occasionally Over 100 pounds - Occasionally Pulling: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally Up to 75 pounds - Occasionally Up to 100 pounds - Occasionally Over 100 pounds - Occasionally

Surgical Tech

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST

Description STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Assists in the nursing care and preparation of surgical patients of all ages in the Operating Room. Functions as the surgical technologist on the surgical team under the direction of a Registered Nurse. $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR NEW EMPLOYEES WITH NO EXPERIENCE $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR NEW EMPLOYEES WITH ATLEAST 1 YEAR EXPERIENCE Starting Pay: $22.14 to $33.21 DOE (Surg Tech I - non-certified) $23.27 to $34.91 DOE (Surg Tech II - certified) Full-time benefited position, working 72-80 hours per schedule. Days of work are Monday - Friday, typically 6:00 am - 2:30 pm. Weekend shifts will be every 4th weekend. Holidays will be as needed. JOB FUNCTIONS Adheres to the standards of nursing care and the policies and procedures of the hospital, Nursing Department and the Operating Room. Prepares tables, instruments, supplies, and implants as required for specific operations. Has knowledge of surgeon's preference and step-by-step procedure. Assists in preparation and draping of the patient and operative area. Prepares and passes instruments, sutures, sponges and supplies needed in the operative procedure and maintains a correct count. Prepares and maintains the sterile field for the surgical procedure. Assists in the delivery, labeling, and preparation of medication on the sterile field under the director of the RN circulator. Assists in maintenance and care of surgical specimens for laboratory analysis. Assists with table equipment, positioning patients, application of casts and dressings. Decontaminates all equipment, instruments, and supplies. Assists in transferring patients to and from the OR suite. Assists other members of the team with terminal cleanup of room in readiness for the next patient. Assists the circulating nurse and nurse anesthetist as assigned or required within the legal limitations. Cleans and stocks assigned rooms. Will participate in ordering and restocking medications within OR department and hospital guidelines. Participates in unit meetings, maintenance of physician preference cards and AM report. Acts as a liaison clinical site coordinator for colleges/universities. Is responsible for the completion of all required/requested documentation as appropriate. (CST only) Coordinates educational experience for student surgical technologists. Acts as a mentor and preceptor for students. (CST only) Pull supplies for scheduled procedures for the next day. Relieve staff for breaks and lunches when able. Restock carts and supplies, put away clean instruments/trays, and do PAR level orders. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION: SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST PREPARATION AND TRAINING - Graduate from an accredited surgical technologist program and hold a UAP from the ND Board of Nursing. Certification required and maintained. Position requires completion of BLS CPR. Position is required to attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in the appropriate timeframe according to department orientation checklist. WORK EXPERIENCE - To be a designated clinical site coordinator for colleges/universities 2 years of surgical technologist experience is required. Previous work experience in the Operating Room preferred but not required. Time to reach competency on the job here: four weeks to six months (depending on prior experience). ATTENDANCE - Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee at JRMC. Employee are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working. Employees are also expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. ANALYTICAL ABILITY - Required to gather and interpret data on physician preference cards, to anticipate surgical needs and display knowledge of the step-by-step procedures. Must be able to determine priorities within area of assignment. INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT - Makes some independent judgments regarding patient care during set up. Receives supervision and guidance from the registered nurse or physician. Judgments are based on policies and procedures. Substandard performance in nursing skills or judgments may adversely affect patient care or welfare and hospital goodwill. CONTACT WITH OTHERS - Contacts limited to individuals entering the O.R. Must demonstrate social sensitivity and the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, patients, physicians and students. SUPERVISING THE WORK OF OTHERS - Demonstrates leadership and teaching capabilities. Must have organizational skills. Must be able to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks. Supervision is provided to student surgical technologists. RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE WELFARE OF OTHERS - High frequency with which work performed may result in pain, minor injuries and/or stress for others. Must be accurate in performance of responsibilities. MENTAL/VISUAL EFFORT - Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must demonstrate physical and emotional ability to meet agreed upon work schedule and performance standards required by the position. Required duties are such that concentrated attention must be applied on demand consistent with manual skill requirements in situations that may at times be stressful. Visual acuity necessary for reading charts and working with medical devices; color perception necessary to distinguish between different instrument, supplies, and equipment. WORKING CONDITIONS - OSHA job classification: This position is defined as a Category I in which the employee does have exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Position requires exposure to patients with infectious disease and odor. Must practice aseptic techniques and observe Standard Precautions. Participates in and complies with JRMC Safety Management program. Position is subject to frequent interruptions. Work may be beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Position is subject to on-call for the O.R after normal working hours. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY EFFORT - Frequent standing or walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients and/or equipment. Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching. Needs finger dexterity when handling medication, specialized equipment/instruments and performing nursing functions. Requires standing for extended periods of time without relief. PROMOTION - No formal line of promotion. EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS Visual Observation- Continuously Standing- Continuously Walking - Frequently Sitting - Rarely Hands and Finger Dexterity - Continuously Reaching with Hands and Arms - Continuously Climbing - Occasionally Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling - Occasionally Hearing/Listening - Continuously Tasting or Smelling - Occasionally Working Inside - Continuously Working Outside - Never Working in Extreme Heat - Never Working in Extreme Cold - Never Working with Hazardous Materials - Frequently Noise - Frequently Working in Dirt/Dust - Never Driving - Never LIFTING / CARRYING / PUSHING / PULLING: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Rarely Up to 75 pounds - Never Up to 100 pounds - Never Over 100 pounds - Never

REGISTERED NURSE (RN - HOSPITAL) - ED

$30.37 - $45.54 / hour

Description STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Coordinates total nursing care for patients of all ages utilizing the nursing process; directs patient and family teaching; provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. $35,500 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR NEW EMPLOYEES Full-time, benefited position working 72 hours per pay period. Days of work are Sunday-Saturday. Variable shifts working 7a-7p 7p-7a, and 9a-9p. Holiday work is third holidays per year. Weekend work is every third weekend. Must be ACLS, BLS, and PALS certified or be willing to obtain. JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Clinical Services. Provides direct patient care for assigned patients of all ages including pediatrics, adult and geriatrics, utilizing the nursing process including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Assesses the patient's condition considering age-specific developmental needs, educational needs of patient and family and discharge planning needs. Develops a plan of care for the patient and prescribes appropriate nursing interventions to achieve expected patient outcomes. Evaluates patient outcomes and modifies plan of care as patient’s needs or condition changes. Directs and participates in discharge planning and patient and family/significant other education. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e., physicians, Unit Supervisor, and/or Nursing Manager) and records those observations accurately and concisely. Delegates nursing care to other health care members in accordance with the patient's needs and the nursing personnel's capabilities and qualifications. Administers medications, IV therapy and performs treatments for assigned patients as ordered by the physician. Assists physicians with special tests and procedures such as thoracentesis, lumbar tap, etc. Ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Participates in orientation of new personnel and performance evaluations of nursing staff. Coordinates nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments. Establishes and maintains effective communications with patients, families and staff to contribute to the hospital mission. Initiates and/or assists in emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest. Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Participates in staff development programs. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Requirements PREPARATION AND TRAINING - Work requires a professional level of knowledge acquired by completing an accredited RN nursing education program. Must hold RN licensure from the ND State Board of Nursing for the current year. ED staff nurse position requires PALS/ACLS certification. TNCC is highly encouraged. Position requires completion of BLS CPR. Position is required to attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in the appropriate timeframe according to department orientation checklist. WORK EXPERIENCE - Previous work experience preferred but not required for staff RN positions in Patient Care Unit (PCU). (See exceptions indicated below). Time to reach competency on the job: 3 weeks to 3 months for entry level staff RN. ICU Staff RN, FBP Staff RN, ED Staff RN and PACU RN positions - Preference for a minimum of one year nursing experience following completion of RN nursing education program. Time to reach competency on the job: 3 weeks to 3 months following orientation to the work area. ATTENDANCE - Position requires completion of BLS CPR. Position is required to attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in the appropriate timeframe according to department orientation checklist. ANALYTICAL ABILITY - A high level of analytical ability is required in a variety of duties in order to gather and interpret complex data and to find solutions to difficult problems. INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT - Independent nursing judgment is often required by the professional RN based on established policies and procedures. Substandard performance in nursing skills or judgment may adversely affect patient care, patient welfare and hospital goodwill. CONTACTS WITH OTHERS - Very frequent contact with others. Must demonstrate social sensitivity and the ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner. SUPERVISING THE WORK OF OTHERS - May be required to plan, assign work to and check the work of 1 to 5 nursing personnel doing related work on the shift. Supervision is provided to LPNs, Nurse Assistants, and Unit Clerks. RESPONSIBILITY FOR WELFARE OF OTHERS - High frequency with which work performed by the staff RN may result in very serious physical or emotional harm to others. It is the responsibility of the professional RN to continuously uphold the highest degree of performance within currently defined and acceptable nursing practice standards. MENTAL/VISUAL EFFORT - Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must demonstrate physical and emotional ability to meet agreed upon work schedule and performance standards required by the position. Required duties are such that concentrated attention must be applied on demand consistent with manual skill requirements in situations that may at times be stressful. Visual acuity necessary for reading charts and working with medical devices; color perception necessary for interpreting testing procedures involving color comparisons. WORKING CONDITIONS OSHA job classification - This position is defined as a Category I in which the employee does have exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Position requires exposure to patients with infectious disease and odor. Must practice aseptic techniques and observe Standard Precautions. Participates in and complies with JRMC Safety Management program. Position is subject to frequent interruptions. Work may be on weekends and holidays; beyond normal working hours and/or temporarily in other positions when necessary. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY EFFORT - Frequent standing or walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients and/or equipment. Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. Needs finger dexterity when handling medication, specialized equipment and performing nursing assessments. PROMOTION - No formal line of promotion. EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS - Visual Observation - Continuously Standing - Continuously Walking - Continuously Sitting - Continuously Hands and Finger Dexterity - Continuously Reaching with Hands and Arms - Continuously Climbing - Occasionally Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling - Frequently Hearing/Listening - Continuously Tasting or Smelling - Occasionally Working Inside - Continuously Working Outside - Never Working in Extreme Heat - Never Working in Extreme Cold - Never Working with Hazardous Materials - Frequently Noise - Continuously Working in Dirt/Dust - Rarely Driving - Rarely Lifting / Carring / Pushing / Pulling: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally Up to 75 pounds - Occasionally Up to 100 pounds - Occasionally Over 100 pounds - Occasionally

Part-time

REGISTERED NURSE (RN - HOSPITAL) - ED

$30.37 - $45.54 / hour

Description STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Coordinates total nursing care for patients of all ages utilizing the nursing process; directs patient and family teaching; provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR NEW EMPLOYEES Part-time, benefited position working 60 hours per pay period. Days of work are Sunday-Saturday. Variable shifts working 7a-7p 7p-7a, and 9a-9p. Holiday work is third holidays per year. Weekend work is every third weekend. Must be ACLS, BLS, and PALS certified or be willing to obtain. JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Clinical Services. Provides direct patient care for assigned patients of all ages including pediatrics, adult and geriatrics, utilizing the nursing process including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Assesses the patient's condition considering age-specific developmental needs, educational needs of patient and family and discharge planning needs. Develops a plan of care for the patient and prescribes appropriate nursing interventions to achieve expected patient outcomes. Evaluates patient outcomes and modifies plan of care as patient’s needs or condition changes. Directs and participates in discharge planning and patient and family/significant other education. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e., physicians, Unit Supervisor, and/or Nursing Manager) and records those observations accurately and concisely. Delegates nursing care to other health care members in accordance with the patient's needs and the nursing personnel's capabilities and qualifications. Administers medications, IV therapy and performs treatments for assigned patients as ordered by the physician. Assists physicians with special tests and procedures such as thoracentesis, lumbar tap, etc. Ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Participates in orientation of new personnel and performance evaluations of nursing staff. Coordinates nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments. Establishes and maintains effective communications with patients, families and staff to contribute to the hospital mission. Initiates and/or assists in emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest. Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Participates in staff development programs. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Requirements PREPARATION AND TRAINING Work requires a professional level of knowledge acquired by completing an accredited RN nursing education program. Must hold RN licensure from the ND State Board of Nursing for the current year. Position requires completion of BLS CPR. Position is required to attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in the appropriate timeframe according to department orientation checklist. ED staff nurse position requires PALS/ACLS certification. TNCC is highly encouraged. WORK EXPERIENCE ED Staff RN positions: Preference for a minimum of one year nursing experience following completion of RN nursing education program. Time to reach competency on the job: 3 weeks to 3 months following orientation to the work area. ATTENDANCE Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee at JRMC. Employee are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working. Employees are also expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. ANALYTICAL ABILITY A high level of analytical ability is required in a variety of duties in order to gather and interpret complex data and to find solutions to difficult problems. INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT Independent nursing judgment is often required by the professional RN based on established policies and procedures. Substandard performance in nursing skills or judgment may adversely affect patient care, patient welfare and hospital goodwill. CONTACTS WITH OTHERS Very frequent contact with others. Must demonstrate social sensitivity and the ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner. SUPERVISING THE WORK OF OTHERS May be required to plan, assign work to and check the work of 1 to 5 nursing personnel doing related work on the shift. Supervision is provided to LPNs, Nurse Assistants, and Unit Clerks. RESPONSIBILITY FOR WELFARE OF OTHERS High frequency with which work performed by the staff RN may result in very serious physical or emotional harm to others. It is the responsibility of the professional RN to continuously uphold the highest degree of performance within currently defined and acceptable nursing practice standards. MENTAL/VISUAL EFFORT Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must demonstrate physical and emotional ability to meet agreed upon work schedule and performance standards required by the position. Required duties are such that concentrated attention must be applied on demand consistent with manual skill requirements in situations that may at times be stressful. Visual acuity necessary for reading charts and working with medical devices; color perception necessary for interpreting testing procedures involving color comparisons. WORKING CONDITIONS OSHA job classification: This position is defined as a Category I in which the employee does have exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Position requires exposure to patients with infectious disease and odor. Must practice aseptic techniques and observe Standard Precautions. Participates in and complies with JRMC Safety Management program. Position is subject to frequent interruptions. Work may be on weekends and holidays; beyond normal working hours and/or temporarily in other positions when necessary. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY EFFORT Frequent standing or walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients and/or equipment. Frequently reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. Needs finger dexterity when handling medication, specialized equipment and performing nursing assessments. PROMOTION No formal line of promotion. EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS Visual Observation - Continuously Standing - Frequently Walking - Frequently Sitting - Occasionally Hands and Finger Dexterity - Continuously Reaching with Hands and Arms - Continuously Climbing - - Continuously Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling - Frequently Hearing/Listening - Continuously Tasting or Smelling - Occasionally Working Inside - Continuously Working Outside - Rarely Working in Extreme Heat - Never Working in Extreme Cold - Never Working with Hazardous Materials - Rarely Noise - Occasionally Working in Dirt/Dust - Rarely Driving - Never LIFTING: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Frequently Up to 75 pounds - Occasionally Up to 100 pounds - Occasionally Over 100 pounds - Rarely CARRYING: Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Rarely Up to 75 pounds - Rarely Up to 100 pounds - Rarely Over 100 pounds - Rarely PUSHING: Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Up to 25 pounds - Continuously Up to 50 pounds - Continuously Up to 75 pounds - Continuously Up to 100 pounds - Continuously Over 100 pounds - Continuously PULLING: Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Up to 25 pounds - Continuously Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally Up to 75 pounds - Rarely Up to 100 pounds - Rarely Over 100 pounds - Never

REGISTERED NURSE (RN - HOSPITAL) - ED

$30.37 - $45.54 / hour

Description STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Coordinates total nursing care for patients of all ages utilizing the nursing process; directs patient and family teaching; provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. $35,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR NEW EMPLOYEES Full-time, benefited position working 72 hours per pay period. Days of work are Sunday-Saturday. Variable shifts working 7a-7p 7p-7a, and 9a-9p. Holiday work is third holidays per year. Weekend work is every third weekend. Must be ACLS, BLS, and PALS certified or be willing to obtain. Will cross train to Supervisor, when trained in to the ED. JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Clinical Services. Provides direct patient care for assigned patients of all ages including pediatrics, adult and geriatrics, utilizing the nursing process including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Assesses the patient's condition considering age-specific developmental needs, educational needs of patient and family and discharge planning needs. Develops a plan of care for the patient and prescribes appropriate nursing interventions to achieve expected patient outcomes. Evaluates patient outcomes and modifies plan of care as patient’s needs or condition changes. Directs and participates in discharge planning and patient and family/significant other education. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e., physicians, Unit Supervisor, and/or Nursing Manager) and records those observations accurately and concisely. Delegates nursing care to other health care members in accordance with the patient's needs and the nursing personnel's capabilities and qualifications. Administers medications, IV therapy and performs treatments for assigned patients as ordered by the physician. Assists physicians with special tests and procedures such as thoracentesis, lumbar tap, etc. Ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Participates in orientation of new personnel and performance evaluations of nursing staff. Coordinates nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments. Establishes and maintains effective communications with patients, families and staff to contribute to the hospital mission. Initiates and/or assists in emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest. Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Participates in staff development programs. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Requirements PREPARATION AND TRAINING Work requires a professional level of knowledge acquired by completing an accredited RN nursing education program. Must hold RN licensure from the ND State Board of Nursing for the current year. Position requires completion of BLS CPR. Position is required to attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in the appropriate timeframe according to department orientation checklist. ED staff nurse position requires PALS/ACLS certification. TNCC is highly encouraged. WORK EXPERIENCE ED Staff RN positions: Preference for a minimum of one year nursing experience following completion of RN nursing education program. Time to reach competency on the job: 3 weeks to 3 months following orientation to the work area. ATTENDANCE Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee at JRMC. Employee are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working. Employees are also expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. ANALYTICAL ABILITY A high level of analytical ability is required in a variety of duties in order to gather and interpret complex data and to find solutions to difficult problems. INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT Independent nursing judgment is often required by the professional RN based on established policies and procedures. Substandard performance in nursing skills or judgment may adversely affect patient care, patient welfare and hospital goodwill. CONTACTS WITH OTHERS Very frequent contact with others. Must demonstrate social sensitivity and the ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner. SUPERVISING THE WORK OF OTHERS May be required to plan, assign work to and check the work of 1 to 5 nursing personnel doing related work on the shift. Supervision is provided to LPNs, Nurse Assistants, and Unit Clerks. RESPONSIBILITY FOR WELFARE OF OTHERS High frequency with which work performed by the staff RN may result in very serious physical or emotional harm to others. It is the responsibility of the professional RN to continuously uphold the highest degree of performance within currently defined and acceptable nursing practice standards. MENTAL/VISUAL EFFORT Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must demonstrate physical and emotional ability to meet agreed upon work schedule and performance standards required by the position. Required duties are such that concentrated attention must be applied on demand consistent with manual skill requirements in situations that may at times be stressful. Visual acuity necessary for reading charts and working with medical devices; color perception necessary for interpreting testing procedures involving color comparisons. WORKING CONDITIONS OSHA job classification: This position is defined as a Category I in which the employee does have exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Position requires exposure to patients with infectious disease and odor. Must practice aseptic techniques and observe Standard Precautions. Participates in and complies with JRMC Safety Management program. Position is subject to frequent interruptions. Work may be on weekends and holidays; beyond normal working hours and/or temporarily in other positions when necessary. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY EFFORT Frequent standing or walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients and/or equipment. Frequently reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. Needs finger dexterity when handling medication, specialized equipment and performing nursing assessments. PROMOTION No formal line of promotion. EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS Visual Observation - Continuously Standing - Frequently Walking - Frequently Sitting - Occasionally Hands and Finger Dexterity - Continuously Reaching with Hands and Arms - Continuously Climbing - - Continuously Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling - Frequently Hearing/Listening - Continuously Tasting or Smelling - Occasionally Working Inside - Continuously Working Outside - Rarely Working in Extreme Heat - Never Working in Extreme Cold - Never Working with Hazardous Materials - Rarely Noise - Occasionally Working in Dirt/Dust - Rarely Driving - Never LIFTING: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Frequently Up to 75 pounds - Occasionally Up to 100 pounds - Occasionally Over 100 pounds - Rarely CARRYING: Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Up to 25 pounds - Frequently Up to 50 pounds - Rarely Up to 75 pounds - Rarely Up to 100 pounds - Rarely Over 100 pounds - Rarely PUSHING: Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Up to 25 pounds - Continuously Up to 50 pounds - Continuously Up to 75 pounds - Continuously Up to 100 pounds - Continuously Over 100 pounds - Continuously PULLING: Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Up to 25 pounds - Continuously Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally Up to 75 pounds - Rarely Up to 100 pounds - Rarely Over 100 pounds - Never

Registered Nurse (RN - Hospital)