Registered Nurse I at Brown Medicine

Providence, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

58.24

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

I.V. Therapy, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Ultrasound Guided IV Placement, PICC Line Placement, Midline Placement, Quality Improvement, Patient Education, Team Collaboration, Manual Dexterity, BLS Certification, Clinical Experience, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee), this position is responsible for providing care across the Brown University Health. Duties include inserting peripheral intravenous (I.V.) catheters, Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Lines (PICC), midlines and monitoring peripherally inserted central lines, mid-lines, and other infusion devices. Acts as a resource and consultant for staff regarding I.V. therapy assessment, products, and procedures. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Places peripheral I.V. insertions, particularly for patients with difficult access, using ultrasound guided technology when necessary. Evaluates patient’s plan of care, history, and pertinent lab values to determine appropriate venous access. Inserts PICC’s and Midlines to standard. Assists staff by monitoring PICC and Midlines, de-clotting, and performing dressing charges and discontinuing central line catheters. Plans, evaluates, and implements interventions for solving I.V. related patient care problems Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs Participates in research and quality improvement studies related to I.V. therapy. Keeps current on advances in I.V. therapy. Participates in evaluation of new products. Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement. Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family, and community services. Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities. Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care. Identifies growth needs and participated in educational opportunities and professional organizations. Serves as a role model/preceptor for new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred. Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: Two years of clinical experience to include: I.V. therapy; Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS). Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills. Ultrasound guided IV placement, PICC line placement, Midline placement certification within 8 months of hire depending on shift/hours worked. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status. Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients. Exposed to patient care environment. Physical ability for walking greater than 3 miles per shift, and extensive standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers. Excellent Manual Dexterity SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. Pay Range: $34.52-$58.24 Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type: 2300-0730 or 1900-0730, every other weekend, every other holiday Work Shift: Night Driving Required: No Union: United Nurses And Allied Professional As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself. Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse I is responsible for providing care across Brown University Health, including inserting and monitoring I.V. catheters and acting as a resource for staff regarding I.V. therapy. The role also involves evaluating patient care plans and participating in quality improvement activities.