RN Full-time
Renown Health

Imaging RN-South Meadows

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose Under the general direction of the Supervisor/Manager and Shared Governance Council, the Registered Nurse provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of evidence based nursing practice and the theory of human caring. The Registered Nurse is accountable for individualized patient care and outcomes over an entire episode of care. Nature And Scope The Registered Nurse must provide optimal patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and families while in the Imaging Department. The Registered Nurse will communicate pertinent findings to the assigned radiologist in the pre-procedure, procedural, and post-procedure phases. The Registered Nurse will be responsible for medication administration, monitoring, procedural documentation, procedural room circulation, and nurse reporting to the receiving nursing staff. The Registered Nurse will provide this same standard of care during on-call coverage as well. When possible, the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse. The Registered Nurse coordinates care between other professionals. Evidence based nursing practice, along with critical thinking skills are required to provide optimally safe patient care when interacting with internal and external contacts and exercising judgment and making decisions. Professional nursing practice is congruent with the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. In addition, the Registered Nurse will complete a minimum of four PICC insertions per month, pass both written and clinical maintenance of PICC lines, and will communicate with Quality Management and Infection Control to better serve and care for PICC line customers. The Registered Nurse must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, motor/sensor, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrates behavior consistent with the RENOWN HEALTH Standards of Conduct. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served. Ability to interact effectively with persons of differing socioeconomic, cultural and religious backgrounds. Knowledge of sedatives and narcotic analgesics including side effects, contraindications, and concomitant effects. Successful completion of on-line competency sedation module. The ability to thoroughly interview the patient and/or guardian to obtain surgical and health history to make appropriate assessments for medical intervention. Ability to communicate with patients and patients' families, physicians, nurses, techs, and other professional personnel in a clear, concise, and appropriate manner. Knowledge and experience in IV starts in all age groups including use of central lines and Groshong catheters for drug infusion and maintenance. Skills to understand radiology filing and clerical functions. Working knowledge of hospital and department computer systems. Ability to utilize proper radiation, magnetic and nuclear field safety measures. Ability to make independent decisions and have problem solving skills to effectively handle MRI occurrences. Ability to make independent decisions and have problem solving skills to effectively handle imaging occurrences. Knowledge of all routine nursing care tasks for PICC line including: dressing changes, tubing/injection cap change, flushing, blood withdrawal procedures, and PICC exchanges. Knowledge of possible complications associated with PICC line and recommended methods to manage those complications. Knowledge of indications, contraindications and precautions for PICC line insertion. Ability to provide appropriate documentation related to placement of PICC lines. Bibliography Code of Ethics for Nurses With Interpretive Statements, American Nurses Association Publication Edwards, DuAnne; The Synergy Model: Linking Patient Needs to Nursing Competencies, Critical Care Nurse; Vol. 19, No. 1, February, 1999 Magnet Recognition Progress, Recognizing Excellence in Nursing Service - Healthcare Organization Instruction and Application Process Manual, American Nurses Association Credentialing Center; Washington, DC, 2002, pp. 134, 135, 127. Nurse Practice Act, Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 632, NAC, Chapter 632. Nevada State Board of Nursing, September, 2002. Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, American Nurses Association Publication. This position does provide patient care. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English Experience Minimum of two years in an acute care hospital setting is preferred. ICU/Emergency Room experience preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Certification(s) Candidate is required to be BLS certified by American Heart Association standards. Candidate is required to be ACLS certified by AHA standards within 60 days of employment. PALS certification is preferred, but not required. Candidate working in Nuclear Medicine must show proof of 12-lead EKG experience by previous employment / job description. Candidate without 12-lead EKG experience must participate in hospital-sponsored course with proof of completion within 60 days of employment. Candidate will qualify for PICC placement, care and maintenance certification, recognized by Renown Health X-Ray & Imaging at Renown Health within 60 days of employment. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Infusion Outpatient Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse Infusion Services

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Bibliography Code of Ethics for Nurses With Interpretive Statements, American Nurses Association Publication Edwards, DuAnne; The Synergy Model: Linking Patient Needs to Nursing Competencies, Critical Care Nurse; Vol. 19, No. 1, February, 1999 Magnet Recognition Progress, Recognizing Excellence in Nursing Service - Healthcare Organization Instruction and Application Process Manual, American Nurses Association Credentialing Center; Washington, DC, 2002, pp. 134, 135, 127. Nurse Practice Act, Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 632, NAC, Chapter 632. Nevada State Board of Nursing, September 2002. Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, American Nurses Association Publication. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. BSN is preferred. Experience 12 months experience as an RN is required. Oncology or Outpatient Chemotherapy experience is preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire. Certification(s) AHA BLS certification required upon hire. ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course per ASCO standards required upon hire. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Clinical Coordinator-RN Cardiology

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose The Clinical Coordinator-RN is a registered nurse who has expertise in fields such as neurology, neurointerventional radiology, interventional radiology, or cardiovascular nursing practice that is responsible for the development, implementation, operations, and evaluation of the clinical programs. The position is responsible for the organization of services and systems necessary for a multidisciplinary approach to providing care to specialty patient populations. This position assumes day-to-day responsibility for process and performance improvement activities as they relate to nursing, registry, and clinic staff. Responsibilities include communication to internal and external stakeholders, oversight of the programmatic quality performance improvement plans across the care continuum, and partnership with patients. The position collaborates with medical faculty, clinical staff, and others to ensure the effectiveness of patient care. Additionally, the position works in conjunction with the program Medical Director (TMD) and aligns with the care expectations from specific accrediting bodies such as The Joint Commission, American College of Surgery, or American College of Cardiology. The position is considered a technical expert in their respective field and is responsible for oversight of a highly complex patient population and program. The position will collaborate with other employees, from multiple cost centers, and is responsible for communication of resource needs across multiple departments. Nature and Scope Program Leadership Develops and establishes operational and strategic goals and objectives consistent with the job specific accrediting bodies, service line, and Renown Health Participates in the development of care systems at their service line and community levels. Provides for intra-facility and regional professional staff development, participates in case review, designs, and implements practice guidelines, supports community education, and collaborates with the prevention program leaders. Oversees strategic and operational projects as it relates to the job specific program. Coordinates management across the continuum of specialty care including planning and implementation of clinical protocols and practice management guidelines, policies, and procedures; monitoring care of patients; and serving as a resource for clinical practice. Provides guidance to all staff involved in clinical care across the care continuum. Collaborates with registry on collection and developing processes for validation of data. Supports planning and participates in clinical research as approved or directed. Evaluates and reports to departmental/organizational senior management on status and changes in program. Stabilizes the complex network of the many disciplines that work in concert to provide high-quality care. Program Performance Facilitates protocol design for accurate data collection, feedback, and analysis. Develops quality filters, audits, and case reviews; identify trends, sentinel events, and help outline remedial actions to improve practice and reduce potential for patient complications Participates in and contributes to research projects and the analysis and distribution of findings. Oversees collection and utilization of operational and benchmarking data; recommends targets for improvements. Analyzes clinical practice to identify opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiency. Facilitates cross-functional performance improvement teams. Research industry best practices and recommends process improvements to leadership. Monitors clinical processes, outcomes and system issues related to the quality of care provided. Evaluates current related research for applicability within units or programs of care. Education/Outreach Serves as a key patient contact for education and plan of care comprehension Develops patient programmatic education, including patient handbooks and emphasizing self-management. Acts as an internal resource for staff in all departments, including but not limited to mentorship of other healthcare professionals in the care of their specific patient population. Works in conjunction across the system with other departments to ensure they have a strong and effective orientation processes. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive patient education programs that assure quality and appropriateness of care across settings for their specific patient population. Designs and orchestrates the delivery of applicable communication to internal and external constituents. This position does provide direct patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Bachelor of Art or Bachelor of Science is required. Experience Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a clinical setting is required. Experience in a specialty practice is preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Certification(s) None Computer / Typing Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Home Health Home Health Full-time
Renown Health

Home Health RN

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position is responsible for the direct care of clients and for ensuring quality and safe delivery of home health care services, and for coordinating home health services within the team and at discharge from home health to ensure smooth transitions of care. The position provides services to adult and geriatric clients. Nature and Scope The Home Health RN is responsible to provide short-term, acute care home health services to homebound clients who may include the terminally ill and their families, complying with the agency policies and procedures. The incumbent must be highly motivated and demonstrate critical thinking skills. The position requires independent judgment and assessment skills, driving and on-call rotations are components of this position. The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, motor/sensor, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to the age of the clients served. Additionally, is responsible for knowing and understanding the requirements for health insurance including paperwork, timelines and Medicare rules, for coordinating with the care team, patient/caregivers, and providers, to ensure the team is working toward realistic plan of care goals. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain State of Nevada Registered Nurse licensure. Experience At least one year of nursing experience preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Valid State of Nevada or California driver's license and ability to pass Renown Health's Department of Motor Vehicle Report criteria. Required for this position Fingerprints must be able to pass Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DBPH) background checks upon hire and every 5 years per State of Nevada Revised Statue (NRS 449.123) to remain in this position. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Computer / Typing Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience None License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200201, 200208, 200255, 209256, 200266, 400255, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329, 200340, 200341, 209256, 400111, 400125, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200208, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200255, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. ENPC or PALS preferred for 200266 TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN OR Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse- OR Circulating RN

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience None License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200201, 200208, 200255, 209256, 200266, 400255, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329, 200340, 200341, 209256, 400111, 400125, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200208, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200255, 200266, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
Renown Health

Associate Nurse Manager

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position is responsible for streamlining the processes of the nursing unit and ensure that a high operational standards are maintained. Associate nurse manager supports the nurse manager, staff, and patients simultaneously. This position is responsible for various administrative tasks apart from healthcare activities and are necessary for the day-to-day operations of the nursing unit. These tasks include employee scheduling, recruitment and retention of staff, performance evaluations, financial forecast compliance including supply management, and productivity management. Nature and Scope Responsibilities Associate nurse manager responsibilities are to lead the nursing department. This individual must be able to help the department and ensure that the patients are able to recover soon while they are at the facility. The associate nurse manager responsibilities include: Scheduling: An associate nurse manager prepares schedules for the healthcare team. This position must to communicate with the providers and nurses regarding the healthcare requirements of the patients and also assigns specific duties and shifts to the nursing staff. Recruitment: In collaboration with the unit leadership team, the associate nurse manager interviews candidates applying for the position of nurse and evaluates their competency. Monitoring employee performance: In collaboration with the unit leadership team, this position will conduct performance evaluations and assist with assessment of employee annual competencies. They evaluate how the employees have been performing at work and solicits feedback given period. The role also assists the nurse manager addresses any behavioral or competency issues that arise with employees. Purchasing: The nurse manager ensures the appropriate supplies are stocked and available for the healthcare team. The role monitors supply usage and adjusts as appropriate. Resolving departmental and patient issues: Associate nurse manager works with the nurses and patients and resolve any queries or issues that might hamper the healthcare activities. Budgeting/Forecasting: The role assists the nurse manager in budgeting/forecasting for nursing department and provides estimates for various expenses by analyzing the past records. The role provides suggestions to cut expenditures and at the same time recommends ideas to purchase new equipment that can increase the efficiency of the department. Monitoring employee performance: They evaluate how the nursing staff has been performing at work and solicits feedback from patients for performance appraisal for a given period. The Nurse Supervisor is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients and families. The Nurse Supervisor must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served and meet the standards of quality as measured by the unit/department Competence with Special Populations standard. Bibliography Code of Ethics for Nurses With Interpretive Statements, American Nurses Association Publication Edwards, DuAnne; The Synergy Model: Linking Patient Needs to Nursing Competencies, Critical Care Nurse; Vol. 19, No. 1, February, 1999 Magnet Recognition Progress, Recognizing Excellence in Nursing Service - Healthcare Organization Instruction and Application Process Manual, American Nurses Association Credentialing Center; Washington, DC, 2002, pp. 134, 135, 127. Nurse Practice Act, Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 632, NAC, Chapter 632. Nevada State Board of Nursing, September, 2002. Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, American Nurses Association Publication Scope & Standards for Nurse Administrators; ANA Publication This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. BSN or related bachelor’s degree preferred, or pursuit of a Bachelor’s Degree upon hire. Experience Two years experience as a Staff RN preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Certification(s) Current AHA BLS certification by American Heart Association standards required. Professional certification preferred. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 400201, 200340. Computer / Typing Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience None License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200201, 200208, 200255, 209256, 200266, 400255, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329, 200340, 200341, 209256, 400111, 400125, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200208, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200255, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. ENPC or PALS preferred for 200266 TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience None License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200201, 200208, 200255, 209256, 200266, 400255, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329, 200340, 200341, 209256, 400111, 400125, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200208, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200255, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. ENPC or PALS preferred for 200266 TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Outpatient Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse-Medical Group (Womens Health)

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position performs those duties for the Facility Medical Director and staff providers, utilizing knowledge and skill within the context of the nursing process and the theory of human caring. This position provides the necessary care to assist the patient to achieve and maintain health by the application of the nursing process in accordance with the Physician Service policies and procedures and Nevada State Board of Nursing. The incumbent would be an outstanding role model demonstrating all aspects of the Renown Health Standards of Conduct to a high level of competence. The nurse will support the Mission Statement of Physician Services as well as the Purpose Statement of Renown Health. Nature And Scope This position is responsible for quickly and accurately assessing the condition of the patient presenting at the clinic, to ensure proper handling of controlled medications maintained within the clinic, to administer medications as ordered by the clinic providers in accordance with established policies, to generally oversee patient care in order to maintain continuity and to provide prompt triaging and appropriate processing of all patients presenting for evaluation and/or treatment, this will include--but not be limited to--carrying out the provider's orders for care, making referral arrangements, and doing call-backs on previous patients. Challenges to this position are delivery of patient care complicated by new techniques, paperwork, changing department and hospital policies, increased information available on each patient, and fluctuations in staffing. This position will keep abreast of all standards to assure compliance with federal, state and local regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies including third party reimbursement requirements. The occupant of this position generally works indoors with many pieces of equipment. These may malfunction and expose the incumbent to hazards. In addition, patients may be infectious with biological agents. Specific breakdowns for temperature, humidity, and other hazards may occur. The incumbent provides direct patient care, and he/she is accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients and families. The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, motor/sensor, psychosocial and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served and meet the standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standard. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to interact effectively with persons of differing socioeconomic backgrounds. Philosophy consistent with the Renown Health Standards of Conduct. Knowledge and methodology, which allows for effective patient/family teaching. Initiates effective problem solving steps. 5 Knowledge of basic clinical skills. Demonstrates sound nursing judgment and decision-making skills. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served. Good organizational skills. Knowledge of clerical and office skills helpful. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience Six months recent Nursing experienced preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Certification(s) Current CPR certification by AHA standards is required. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse-South Meadows

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible, the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. Bibliography Code of Ethics for Nurses With Interpretive Statements, American Nurses Association Publication Edwards, DuAnne; The Synergy Model: Linking Patient Needs to Nursing Competencies, Critical Care Nurse; Vol. 19, No. 1, February, 1999 Magnet Recognition Progress, Recognizing Excellence in Nursing Service - Healthcare Organization Instruction and Application Process Manual, American Nurses Association Credentialing Center; Washington, DC, 2002, pp. 134, 135, 127. Nurse Practice Act, Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 632, NAC, Chapter 632. Nevada State Board of Nursing, September, 2002. Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, American Nurses Association Publication. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience None License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200255, 209256, 200266, 400255, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329,200340, 200341, 209256, 400111, 400125, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200255 within 24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200255, 200266, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Pediatric Full-time
Renown Health

Nurse Navigator - Peds Rheum

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose The Nurse Navigator is accountable for coordination of care and educational support to patients. This nurse also assists the department’s leadership in coordination and conducting specific programs that support clinical excellence. The goals of this position and clinical programs are to improve the care experience of the patient and their family, facilitate the work of the physicians and meet the needs of the hospital’s community in relation to education, screening, prevention, and treatment. Help coordinate care leading up to treatment and may be required to participate in discharge planning and telehealth appointments. Nature and Scope This position is responsible for working closely with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement an up-to-date plan of care. The incumbent will communicate with the team on behalf of the patient. Using clinical protocols this nurse facilitates patient referral to appropriate specialists for diagnosis or treatment and provides support and counseling to the patient and their family, as appropriate to the clinical situation. This position assists with the coordination and development of evidence-based protocols and may accomplish this work through leadership of committees of multidisciplinary professionals. The incumbent will proactively develop and enhance processes with the goal of improving the clinical experience for referred patients and the referring physician. In collaboration with the department’s leadership and/or Medical Directors, referring physicians and interdisciplinary team(s), this individual assists with coordination of multidisciplinary efforts and provides care as needed for patients and their families utilizing resources efficiently and effectively. The incumbent assists in the development and performance of specialty service educational activities and program evaluation. The incumbent works with marketing and outreach departments to educate referring physician offices and facilities on available services. This position assists in meeting the needs of the hospital’s community in relation to education, screening, prevention, and treatment. Most important, this position improves the care experience of the patient and their family. Other duties as requested are required. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred. Experience Experience in community health, case management or care coordination preferred. Management and/or program development experience preferred. Three years acute care nursing experience preferred in area of specialization. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license required at time of hire. Certification(s) Current BLS by AHA standards required at time of hire. 530702- Current ACLS by AHA standards required at time of hire. 530702, 530246 - Advanced cardiac certification (i.e., CCRN, CHFN, CACP, etc.) preferred within two years of hire. Computer / Typing Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Oncology Full-time
Renown Health

Cancer Nurse Navigator

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose Under the direction of the Institute for Cancer leadership, this position is accountable for providing individualized assistance to those newly diagnosed with cancer and patients in active treatment for cancer at Renown. The Cancer Nurse Navigator assesses patient needs upon initial encounter and periodically throughout navigation, matching unmet needs with appropriate services and referrals and support services. s This nurse identifies potential and realized barriers to care and facilitates referrals as appropriate to mitigate barriers , By participating in coordination of the plan of care with the multidisciplinary team she applies knowledge of clinical guidelines to assists the patient and family throughout the cancer continuum. Nature And Scope This position collaborates with cancer program administration and cancer committee to develop strategies to fulfill the requirements and standards of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, NAPBC and co-leads the Center of Excellence committees (best practice committees), as applicable for the disease specialty served.. The coordinator assists in the development and performance of specialty service educational activities and program evaluation. This position assists in meeting the needs of the hospital's community in relation to cancer education, screening and prevention. Most important, this position improves the care experience of the cancer patient and their family. Other duties as requested are required. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. Experience Three years acute care, surgical or community health nursing experience required;, oncology nursing, management and/or program development experience preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by AHA standards required OCN preferred, will be required within two years of hiring. ONS diagnosis specific training, if applicable, preferred will be required within two years of hire. Computer / Typing Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. MinQual Name Description Education Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience 3-5 years of RN experience preferred. Critical care or ED experience preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200179, 200255, 209256, 200266, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329,200340, 200341, 400111, 400125, 400131, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200255 within 12 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200266, 200255, 400255, 400266, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience None License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200255, 209256, 200266, 400255, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329, 200340, 200341, 209256, 400111, 400125, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200255 within 24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200255, 200266, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Clinical Coordinator-RN - Neurology

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose The Clinical Coordinator-RN is a registered nurse who has expertise in fields such as neurology, neurointerventional radiology, interventional radiology, or cardiovascular nursing practice that is responsible for the development, implementation, operations, and evaluation of the clinical programs. The position is responsible for the organization of services and systems necessary for a multidisciplinary approach to providing care to specialty patient populations. This position assumes day-to-day responsibility for process and performance improvement activities as they relate to nursing, registry, and clinic staff. Responsibilities include communication to internal and external stakeholders, oversight of the programmatic quality performance improvement plans across the care continuum, and partnership with patients. The position collaborates with medical faculty, clinical staff, and others to ensure the effectiveness of patient care. Additionally, the position works in conjunction with the program Medical Director (TMD) and aligns with the care expectations from specific accrediting bodies such as The Joint Commission, American College of Surgery, or American College of Cardiology. The position is considered a technical expert in their respective field and is responsible for oversight of a highly complex patient population and program. The position will collaborate with other employees, from multiple cost centers, and is responsible for communication of resource needs across multiple departments. Nature and Scope Program Leadership Develops and establishes operational and strategic goals and objectives consistent with the job specific accrediting bodies, service line, and Renown Health Participates in the development of care systems at their service line and community levels. Provides for intra-facility and regional professional staff development, participates in case review, designs, and implements practice guidelines, supports community education, and collaborates with the prevention program leaders. Oversees strategic and operational projects as it relates to the job specific program. Coordinates management across the continuum of specialty care including planning and implementation of clinical protocols and practice management guidelines, policies, and procedures; monitoring care of patients; and serving as a resource for clinical practice. Provides guidance to all staff involved in clinical care across the care continuum. Collaborates with registry on collection and developing processes for validation of data. Supports planning and participates in clinical research as approved or directed. Evaluates and reports to departmental/organizational senior management on status and changes in program. Stabilizes the complex network of the many disciplines that work in concert to provide high-quality care. Program Performance Facilitates protocol design for accurate data collection, feedback, and analysis. Develops quality filters, audits, and case reviews; identify trends, sentinel events, and help outline remedial actions to improve practice and reduce potential for patient complications Participates in and contributes to research projects and the analysis and distribution of findings. Oversees collection and utilization of operational and benchmarking data; recommends targets for improvements. Analyzes clinical practice to identify opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiency. Facilitates cross-functional performance improvement teams. Research industry best practices and recommends process improvements to leadership. Monitors clinical processes, outcomes and system issues related to the quality of care provided. Evaluates current related research for applicability within units or programs of care. Education/Outreach Serves as a key patient contact for education and plan of care comprehension Develops patient programmatic education, including patient handbooks and emphasizing self-management. Acts as an internal resource for staff in all departments, including but not limited to mentorship of other healthcare professionals in the care of their specific patient population. Works in conjunction across the system with other departments to ensure they have a strong and effective orientation processes. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive patient education programs that assure quality and appropriateness of care across settings for their specific patient population. Designs and orchestrates the delivery of applicable communication to internal and external constituents. This position does provide direct patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Bachelor of Art or Bachelor of Science is required. Experience Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a clinical setting is required. Experience in a specialty practice is preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Certification(s) None Computer / Typing Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience None License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200201, 200208, 200255, 209256, 200266, 400255, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329, 200340, 200341, 209256, 400111, 400125, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200208, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200255, 200266, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The Emergency Nurse's Association Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN ICU Full-time
Renown Health

Acute Float Pool-RN-Critical Care

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of evidence-based nursing practice and the theory of human caring. The RN is accountable for individualized patient care and outcomes over an entire episode of care. This position may be utilized as a resource RN the Acute Services Division, including Renown Regional Medical Center and Renown South Meadows in the units where competencies are assessed and demonstrated. Nature and Scope This position must provide optimal patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and families. This position must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, motor/sensor, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served and meet standards of quality as measured by the unit/department special populations competency standards. When possible, the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation efforts of this position. The Acute Float Pool RN Critical Care coordinates care between other professionals. Evidence-based nursing practice, along with critical thinking skills are required to provide optimally safe patient care when interacting with internal and external contacts and exercising judgment and making decisions. Professional nursing practice is congruent with the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. Acute Float Pool RN Critical Care will float to the Acute Care hospitals within Renown Health in departments where competencies have been demonstrated. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Experience One year of acute critical care experience preferred. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Certification(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards required at time of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain a current ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain a current PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 6 months of hired. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Labor and Delivery Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse_Labor and Delivery

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature and Scope This position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to newborn, children, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Renown Labor & Delivery is a very diverse unit that provides maternal health care to a variety of patients. These patients are all at some end of the pregnancy spectrum and require a multitude of interventions depending on what point they are at in their pregnancy. Renown Labor & Delivery Unit has 6 triage beds, 15 labor beds, 9 antepartumbeds, 3 ORsand a 3 bed recovery rooms and the team works with midwives, PAs, and physicians, and we have 24 hours on site anesthesia. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience None License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst POCA license required within 120 days of hire: 200179, 200255, 209256, 200266, 400266. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200114, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200155, 200179, 200201,200202, 200205, 200206, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200322, 200323, 200325, 200329,200340, 200341, 400111, 400125, 400131, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400208, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400266, 400276, 400329, 400340, 900256 ACLS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200326 and 200329 within 3 months of being hired. ACLS and PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 400326 within 3 months of being hired. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200202, 200205, 200324, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256. PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Department: 200322, 200323 within 6 months of being hired. NRP Required for Departments: 200171, 200174, 200206 additions to BLS & RN STABLE certification required for 200174 within 6 months of being hired or transferring. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200255 within 24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENLS (Emergency Neuro Life Support) Required for Department 200150 within 18-24 months of being hired or transferred to the department. ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200266, 200255, 400255, 400266, 200268, 200276, 209256 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN. ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association Standards required within 3 months of being hired or transferring to the department: 200326. ENPC per The American Heart Association Standards Required for Departments: 200323 within 12 months of being hired. TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC or TCAR Required for Departments: 200202 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department. TNCC and ENPC preferred: 400326. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Required for Departments: 200178, 200179, 200324 within 24 months of being hired or transferring into the department. OCN certification preferred. If does not hold the OCN certification, incumbent is required to complete at least 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours upon completion of first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter. If certified, incumbent must maintain minimum qualifications in order to maintain certification: 200113. Chemotherapy Immunotherapy training per ASCO standards within 1 year of hire required for department: 200113. RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 200340, 400201, 400340. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
RN Telemetry Full-time
Renown Health

Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, this position provides optimal patient care utilizing knowledge and skills within the context of the nursing process. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient outcomes over an entire episode of care. The incumbent provides comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including their families/caregivers. Nature And Scope This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed. Intensive continuous mental effort is required to provide optimal safe patient care and the same mental effort is required when interacting with internal and external contacts, exercising judgments and making decisions. This position does provide patient care. Bibliography Code of Ethics for Nurses With Interpretive Statements, American Nurses Association Publication Edwards, DuAnne; The Synergy Model: Linking Patient Needs to Nursing Competencies, Critical Care Nurse; Vol. 19, No. 1, February, 1999 Magnet Recognition Progress, Recognizing Excellence in Nursing Service - Healthcare Organization Instruction and Application Process Manual, American Nurses Association Credentialing Center; Washington, DC, 2002, pp. 134, 135, 127. Nurse Practice Act, Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 632, NAC, Chapter 632. Nevada State Board of Nursing, September, 2002. Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, American Nurses Association Publication. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada. Experience License(s): Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. Certification(s) Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards. Other Specific Department Required Certificates Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates. ACLS per The American Heart Association standards Required for Departments: 200112, 200119, ,200132, 200150, 200151, 200202, 200205, 200208, 200251, 200253, 200255, 200261, 200265, 200266, 200276, 200323, 200325, 200326, 200340, 200341, 400111, 400125, 400131, 400151, 400201, 400202, 400251, 400253, 400255, 400276, 400326, 400329, 400340, 900256 NRP Required for Departments: 200206, 200171, 200174, addition to BLS & RN PALS per The American Heart Association standards Required for Departments: 200179, 200202, 200205, 200341, 400202, 400340 (Pre-Op and PACU RNs only), 400341, 900256 ENPC or PALS per The American Heart Association standards Required for Departments: 200326, 400326 within one year of being hired or transferring to the department in addition to ACLS, BLS & RN TNCC Required for Departments: 200323, 200326 within 18 months of being hired or transferring to the department, Transfer Nurse Advanced Trauma Course (TNATC) will be accepted in lieu of TNCC. OCN Certification Preferred 200113Chemotherapy/Biotherapy training per ASCO standards within 6 months of hire required for department: 200113 RNFA: RN may perform in the capacity of a first assist if he or she is a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Completion of a RNFA program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice, is based on AORN's core curriculum for the RNFA 200201, 400201, 200340 Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
NP Outpatient Full-time
Renown Health

Nurse Practitioner_Endocrinology

Renown Health Reno, NV
Position Purpose The Nurse Practitioner_Endocrinology demonstrates a high level of independence and clinical expertise in the management of Endocrinology using advanced clinical skills, diagnostic reasoning, and therapeutic interventions while integrating education, research, management, leadership, and collaboration with other health professionals into their clinical roles to maximize a patient’s health. Nature and Scope Nurse practitioners are primary health care providers who practice in ambulatory, acute, emergency room, critical care and long-term care settings. According to their practice specialty these primary care providers provide nursing and medical services to individuals, families, and groups. In addition to diagnosing and managing acute episodic and chronic illnesses, nurse practitioners emphasize health promotion and disease prevention. Teaching and counseling individuals, families, and groups are a major part of nurse practitioner’s role. Skills The incumbent must provide optimal patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of neonatal, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and families, as applicable. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based upon physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served. A Nurse practitioner performs the following acts in addition to the ordinary functions of a registered nurse if he/she is properly prepared and the acts are currently within the standard of medical practice for his specialty and appear in their protocols: Systematically access the health status of persons and families by: Taking, recording, and interpreting medical histories and performing physical examinations Performing or initiating selected diagnostic procedures. Based on information obtained in the assessment of a person’s health, manage the care of selected persons and families common, acute, recurrent or long-term health problem. Management may include: Initiation of a program of treatment for the patient, in conjunction with the supervising physician. Prescribe medications consistent with Nevada prescribing laws and DEA privileges. Evaluation of responses to health problems and programs of treatment Informing a person or family of the status of the patient’s health and alternatives for care Evaluation of compliance with a program of treatment agreed upon by the person or family and the nurse practitioner Modification of programs of treatment based on the response of the person or family to treatment Referral to appropriate providers of health care Treatment of minor lacerations which do not involve damage to a nerve, tendon or major blood vessel, as applicable. Commencement of care is required to stabilize a patient’s condition in an emergency until a physician can be consulted. Any other act if: The nurse practitioner is certified to perform that act by an organization recognized by the Nevada Board of Nursing The performance of the act was taught in a program of education attended by the nurse practitioner The performance of the act was taught in a comprehensive program of instruction successfully completed by the nurse practitioner, which included clinical experience; The act is within the scope of practice of a nurse practitioner. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Adopts a philosophy consistent with the Renown Health Purpose Statement and models “Standards of Conduct” concepts. Effective communication skills – written and verbal. Ability to establish positive working relations with Provider Staff. Work efficiently and cooperatively in a multi-physician/provider office setting. Work as part of a team toward clinic goals. Maintains accurate, legible, and confidential records. Actively participate in quality assurance, peer review programs, and health care outcome evaluations. Direct nursing and/or medical assistant duties consistent with clinic protocols. Ensures the highest quality of care requiring a code of ethical practice, evidence of continuing professional development, and maintenance of clinical skills. Patient advocate through ethical and legal standards. Combines the roles of provider, mentor, educator, researcher, manager, and consultant, as applicable Interprets the role of the nurse practitioner to individuals, families, and other professionals. Works efficiently, cooperatively, and autonomously in long-term and acute care facilities, as applicable The Nurse Practitioner shall at all times comply with the provisions of NRS 632 and Regulations of the Nevada State Board of Nursing. The Collaborating physician is responsible for the action of the Nurse Practitioner at all times. Will attain sufficient knowledge in the specialty and assure appropriate on-going education, such as knowledge of all core APHON educational programs, as applicable. Attend and participate in departmental and Renown Health meetings consistently. Bibliography Code of Ethics for Nurses With Interpretive Statements, American Nurses Association Publication Nurse Practitioner Primary Care Competencies in Specialty Areas: Adult, Family, Gerontological, Pediatric, and Women’s Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, April 2002. Magnet Recognition Progress, Recognizing Excellence in Nursing Service - Healthcare Organization Instruction and Application Process Manual, American Nurses Association Credentialing Center; Washington, DC, 2002, pp. 134, 135, 127. Nurse Practice Act, Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 632, NAC, Chapter 632. Nevada State Board of Nursing, September, 2002. Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, American Nurses Association Publication This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Name Description Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Master’s prepared registered nurse (RN). Experience Two years minimum experience as an RN required. Six months clinical experience preferred as a Nurse Practitioner. License(s) Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license with the State of Nevada, Controlled substance License to Prescribe issued by the State of Nevada, and Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the DEA, required. Certification(s) Board Certification in Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (A-GNP), or Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) required at time of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required. Prefer American Heart Association (AHA) approved certification, but will accept online certification from American Red Cross Training Services, Advanced Medical Certification, or ACLS Certification Institute. Computer / Typing Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. Ability to Credential through Renown’s Medical Staff and/or Payor Credentialing, as applicable.