What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN, Hospital - Inpatient Cardiovascular Unit (0.9) position at billingsclinic?
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