RN CCU Fulltime Nights at Sodexo at Erlanger Health System

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Critical Thinking, Communication, Compassionate Care, Customer-Focus, Cost-Effective Care, Competent Care, Evidence Based Practice, Culturally Competent Care, Time Management, Documentation, Emergency Response, Interpersonal Skills, Professional Development, Patient Assessment, Team Collaboration

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary: A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of the patient. Ability to assess patients, select, develop, implement and evaluate plan of care. Ability to administer pharmacological drugs as ordered, perform procedures and operate equipment necessary for patient care as assigned. All bedside nurses will be place on a matrix system which includes five core competencies: Customer-Focus; Cost-Effective Care; Communication; Competent Care and Compassionate Care. This matrix will be a guide for nurses based on the Benner Model of novice to expert. It will be used to note staff's engagement, advancement and professional development. Education: Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Preferred: Experience: Required: Required: Knowledge of general nursing principles and practice skills; knowledge of organizational functions, and regulations; knowledge of current trends and new developments; knowledge of principles and practices of nursing, applicable to those areas requiring special education. Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Current licensure privileges to practice nursing in the state of employment. BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and to be maintained going forward. (ACLS required prior to completion of departmental orientation and maintain ongoing thereafter) See unit requirements for additional certifications required The Nurse Licensure Compact will not change how to obtain or renew a Tennessee license. However, the Tennessee nursing license will be a single state license for Tennessee Residents or non-compact state residents. Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state must be obtained within three months of hire for non-Tennessee residents. Preferred: Nationally recognized certification in area of practice. Nursing Position Summary: The professional nurse provides safe and effective patient care by using evidenced based best practices. The professional nurse at Erlanger: Utilizes hand off communication and bedside shift report to effectively communicate with other members of the healthcare team. Maintains a safe therapeutic environment by understanding and complying with hospital policies/procedures, and identifying and communicating risks that have potential impact to patient safety. Performs and documents comprehensive and holistic assessments while interpreting and responding to abnormal diagnostic data. Anticipates potential emergency situations and intervenes safely and appropriately with assistance if needed. Develops a relationship with patient/family that facilitates mutual involvement in the planning of care. Demonstrates basic critical thinking skills. Documents in a concise, accurate, and complete manner reflecting adherence to hospital, regulatory and legal requirements. Completes population-specific mandatory education competencies as defined by the unit specific scope of service. Provides culturally competent care to patients and families. Demonstrates awareness of evidence based practice. Utilizes appropriate time management and meets the expectations for punctuality and attendance. Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to support the staffing needs of patient care areas. Communicates effectively with patients, family members, and all members of the interdisciplinary team, seeking assistance for conflict resolution as needed. Implements the plan of care and identifies resources to meet patient care needs. Identifies and communicates changes in patient conditions that may impact unit staffing levels or the provision of safe patient care. Contributes to a healthy work environment by exhibiting professional behaviors and seeking assistance in addressing interpersonal conflicts. Takes responsibility for meeting education and mandatory programs by completing hospital and unit-based competencies. Demonstrates knowledge of and contributes positively to unit based performance improvement outcomes. Updates their individual matrix with specific information to reflect accomplishments.

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Responsibilities

The registered professional nurse is responsible for direct and indirect patient care, including assessing patients and implementing care plans. They must maintain a safe therapeutic environment and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.