THIS POSITION MAY BE

ELIGIBLE FOR AN EMPLOYMENT INCENTIVE, RELOCATION REIMBURSEMENT, AND TUITION

LOAN REPAYMENT.

Under general

supervision, utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning,

implementation and evaluation, and theoretical/clinical skills in the

promotion/maintenance of health. Incorporates evidence-based nursing practices

consistent with national standards and which support quality outcomes. Assumes

responsibility and accountability for the quality of nursing care. Directs the

plan of care while maintaining professionalism.

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizing a holistic approach and evidence based

nursing practices, incorporates the nursing process into the goal-directed

• plan of care for the patient. Collaborates with the

interdisciplinary care team to execute a plan of care appropriate to the needs

of the patients.

• Ensures complete, accurate and timely entry into

patient medical record as indicated by patient condition and documentation

guidelines, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.

• Adheres to Billings Clinic safety standards, policies

and practices. Anticipates and identifies problems and safety issues, then

initiates appropriate action.

• Maintains appropriate skill/knowledge and application

of relevant and commonly used equipment specific to area, pharmacology and

laboratory values based on disease process or physiological status.

• Utilizes evidence based practice, supported by nursing

research, within specialty area.

• Utilizes performance improvement principles to assess

and improve the quality of patient/resident care. Incorporates the Magnet Model

in transforming the work environment and quality of nursing care.

• Takes responsibility for own professional growth and

development needs; meets all system/departmental educational requirements.

• Demonstrates collaborative, supportive, and caring

behaviors in communication with patient’s families, visitors, and the

interdisciplinary care team.

• Consideration is given to the appropriateness of care

based on the population specific needs of the patient.

Knowledge, Skills and

Abilities

• Customer service techniques and Personal Service

Excellence (PSE) skills

• Regulatory standards (i.e., Joint Commission, OSHA,

Patient Safety Standards, etc.)

• Computers and electronic applications

• Nursing practices, planning and assessment within scope

of practice

• American Nurse’s Association (ANA) Code of Ethics

• Patient safety standards

• Interpersonal communication

• Collection and analysis of information to develop

evidence-based plans of care related to specific interventions and goals.

• Incorporate population specific needs into all aspects

of communication and patient care; scope of services provided will encompass

age groups ranging from infant through geriatric

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbal and

written

• Utilize time management concepts and maximize time

effectively

• Work effectively with interdisciplinary care team

• Give attention to detail when planning and performing

professional nursing care, resolving patient/resident care problems and dealing

with patients and their families, while working with frequent interruptions and

competing priorities

• Respond calmly and professionally when dealing with

difficult or emergency situations

• Maintain flexibility to adapt to a variety of workload

assignments

• Lift, push and pull 50 pounds unassisted

• Resourcefulness in dealing with emergency situations

• May be required to work on varied nursing units for

varying periods of time

• Practices within the scope of RN licensure

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• 2 Year / Associates

Degree (ASN) - Associate (or Diploma) RNs hired

into this position must commit to completing their Bachelor of Nursing degree

within 4 years of their date of hire. Billings Clinic will help support

the cost through financial assistance

• Preferred - 4 Year

/ Bachelors Degree (BSN)

Experience

• At least one

year of RN experience

Certifications and

Licenses

• Current Montana

state license as a registered nurse, or compact nursing license with ability to

obtain a MT RN license within 90 days of hire date

• ACLS certification

preferred or ability to successfully complete ACLS training within two years of

hire