What are the responsibilities and job description for the REGISTERED NURSE - INTERMEDIATE CARE UNIT - PT DAYS WEEKEND OPTION position at Anderson Hospital?
Provides safe and effective delivery of patient care, utilizing a systems theory approach, through assessment, goal setting, and outcome evaluation. Will practice within the parameters of the Illinois Nursing and Advanced Practice Nursing Act and Anderson Hospital policies and procedures. Practices autonomously and in accordance with professional nursing standards, providing care to primarily adult and geriatric populations. Performance expectations are defined in the competency evaluation.
Service and Quality Standards:
Service
Is Customer focused
Anticipates customer needs
Adheres to customer service standards
Is Competent, caring and compassionate
Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect
Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior
to customers and coworkers
- People
Is conversation conscious
Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information
Is positive in interactions with others
Is courteous and respectful
Promotes a harassment free environment
Inspires the trust of others
Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.
- Quality
Is excellent in patient care and service
Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation
Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback
Is safety conscious
Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives
Is involved with improvement efforts
Supports performance improvement
Seeks ways to improve systems and services
Shows commitment to improvement efforts
Meets mandatory educational requirements
- Growth
Is a loyal ambassador
Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision
Is active and involved
Supports hospital initiatives
Champions innovation and supports change
Is a positive role model
Fosters team cooperation
- Finance
Is a good steward of hospital resources
Develops/uses efficient work methods
Is cost effective
Conserves organizational resources
Job Responsibilities:
- Completes mandatory educational requirements in a timely manner.
- Supports the Patients Bill of Rights by respecting cultural, religious and ethical diversity.
- Responds appropriately to alarms, hospital Code’s and safety issues, including required documentation.
- Effectively utilizes nursing process to ensure optimal nursing care and patient outcomes.
- Engages in activities to expand and / or enhance the professional nursing role, which includes integration of research and evidence based practices.
- Provides leadership and autonomy in the professional practice setting and the profession.
- Provides age-appropriate and population specific patient care in a safe, skillful, accurate and efficient manner to adult and geriatric populations.
- Assess patient and family learning needs and provides ongoing education and evaluation. Documents readiness to learn, teaching, barriers and outcomes.
- Completes documentation accurately and in a timely manner according to hospital policies and procedures
- Maintain knowledge of Hospital policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate flexibility to meet staffing needs of the department.
- Maintain education requirements by participating in continuing professional education activities.
Education Level: Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Certification/Licensure: Illinois licensed or eligible. BLS certification requires
Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1 year experience in telemetry/critical care preferred. It is a
Requirement to complete the following within 1 year of hire:
- ACLS certification
- EKG test
- Critical Care Class/85% Passing Grade on Test
- Moderate Sedation- Required to complete annual moderate sedation testing.
Applicant will be required to complete orientation and annual competency standards as outlined by hospital policies and unit standards.
