RN Resident - Registered Nurse - Surgical Specialty to SICU Pathway - Days at OU Health

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Nursing, Medication Administration, IV Infusions, Documentation, Patient Assessment, Teamwork, Communication, Mentorship, Conflict Resolution, Cultural Competence, Professional Development, Basic Life Support, Surgical Care, Diagnostic Procedures, Patient Advocacy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position Title: RN Resident - Registered Nurse - Surgical Specialty to SICU Pathway - Days and Nights available Department: Post Surgical Unit Job Description: *Registered Nurse positions are available at levels I, II, or III, depending on experience and education. * New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive total rewards package including sign-on bonus! Location: South Tower Shift Available: Full - Time, 7A-7P and 7P-7A Begin your nursing journey in OU Health’s Surgical line in our Surgical Specialty unit with the trajectory to transfer to the SICU after completing the RN Residency year! We encourage starting in Surgical Specialty to increase your knowledge of the surgical-specific population while providing you the opportunity to progress to ICU level care. You will become confident as a nurse by learning from the team and attending the same education provided to the SICU nurses. This is an amazing opportunity to experience all parts of Surgical nursing care and grow with OU Health! Less than one (1) year of experience is preferred for this position. The OU Health Nurse Residency Program provides the graduate nurse with resources and rich experiences that will serve as a strong foundation for a successful nursing career. OU Health nurse residents receive guidance and support from a primary preceptor and clinical education specialist to successfully bridge the transition from student to professional practice. The program features ongoing structured learning opportunities for residents, a strong social support network, mentoring and preparation to obtain national certification in their chosen specialty area. Candidates must have a current RN license or compact RN license to practice in Oklahoma prior to beginning the program and have less than one year of RN clinical experience to be eligible to enroll in our Nurse Residency Program. General Description: An OU Health Registered Nurse (RN) I works under general supervision, providing the highest quality of care to patients in a hospital setting with health problems ranging from simple to complex. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting Patients.First, pursuing Relentless.Excellence, showing Integrity, seeking.Inclusion for all staff and patients, always Learning, and valuing Teamwork. RN I represents the nurse who is a novice or an advanced beginner advancing to competent. While advancing from novice to competent, the nurse relies on rules rather than principles which are independent of specific situations. The advanced beginner may have enough real experience to begin to formulate principles. Essential Responsibilities • Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains nursing professional practice standards. • Assumes responsibility for an assigned patient or group of patients. • Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, noting all changes in physician order on assigned patients. • Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. • Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients, and intervenes when necessary. • Administers medication as prescribed. • Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. • Delivers patient care safely and competently. • Resolves patient complaints in a timely manner in accordance with policy and in collaboration with support staff. • Informs patient and family of hospital procedures and shares care plan during the time of care and at the time of discharge. • Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. • Fosters a growth mindset through seeking mentorship, remaining open to coaching and feedback, and maintaining professional certification(s)/licensure in order to perpetually develop and uphold the skills required for proficiency within the nursing profession. • Develops a professional career plan and establishes personal, performance goals in alignment with enterprise-wide metrics, frequently measuring progress with department leadership. • Fosters an inclusive workforce where individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve OU Health’s winning aspiration. • Delegates tasks to clinical support staff as needed. • Performs other duties as assigned. *Minimum Qualifications (RN I): Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Experience: 0-3 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse. License/Certification/Registration: • Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)). • Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. *Minimum Qualifications (RN II): Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Experience: 3-5 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required. License/Certification/Registration: • Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)). • Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. *Minimum Qualifications (RN III): Education: • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required. • Master's Degree in Nursing preferred. Experience: 5+ years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required. License/Certification/Registration: • Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)). • Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. • Specialty certification(s) preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities • Knowledge of basic professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures. • Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. • Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees. • Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. • Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients. • Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest. • Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner. • Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards. • Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. • Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. RN Registered Nurse - Surgical Unit Shift: Nights - Rotating Weekends OU Medical Center - Oklahoma City OK Join the team in our post-surgical unit! It has a diverse patient mix including General Surgery, Urology, Gynecology, Plastics, and Ophthalmology. General Description: Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care competently. Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Delegates tasks to support staff. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an approved school of nursing. Experience: N/A Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Possession of a valid temporary license or permanent license issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse prior to entrance on duty. Permanent license must be obtained within 3 months of appointment. BLS certification required upon hire. Additional certification(s) may be required based on department, see attachment for details. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques and procedures. Ability to organize, plan, coordinate and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. Some computer skills. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

The RN Resident provides nursing care to patients with varying health issues, documenting responses to interventions and assisting physicians. They are responsible for administering medications, monitoring patient data, and ensuring quality patient care.