What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Adult Therapeutic Communities position at The Centers?
Develops and Implements Nursing Plan of Care:
-Correlates findings of physical assessment with other pertinent date from the medical record.
-Develops problem statements which are relevant and specific.
-Defines measurable and realistic patient outcomes which are based on problem statements.
-Ordering nursing interventions which are pertinent to patient problem/needs.
-Ensures patients and/or significant other's understanding and acceptance of nursing plan.
-Evaluates patient's progression toward expected outcomes.
-Analyzes specific changes in patient condition, implements interventions and document response.
-Ensures teaching/learning needs of patients and significant others are identified, documented, implemented, and response evaluated.
-Identifies, implements and documents discharge needs in timely manner.
-Provides consultation, guidance and direction to QBHPs in their assigned programs.
-Organizes and oversees the coordination of nursing activities to ensure effective and efficient workflow.
-Ensures initial admission history and physical assessment is completed within established timeframe.
-Ensures on-going assessments based on patient's condition are documented every shift on all patients.
Performs Nursing Procedures or Treatments According to Departmental Standard:
-Administers medication as needed and chart.
-Ensures compliance with Universal Precautions, Infection Control and Safety Policy and Procedures.
-Initiates and follows departmental protocols in emergency situations.
Contributes To Efficient Operation of Nursing Department:
-Provides shift report and communicates information regarding patient condition to ensure continuity of care.
-Maintains patient confidentiality.
-Discusses intra-unit problems with person(s) involved and refers to supervisor if assistance is needed.
-Develops and maintains positive relationship with patients, families and visitors, e.g. courteous, respectful, friendly, helpful, supportive.
-Works cooperatively with co-workers and other agency staff.
-Performs housekeeping tasks to maintain clean and orderly work areas.
Participates In Development/Educational Activities
Conducts Face to Face Assessments