RN - OUHC ICU - PRN
Jobguard, Washington, IL, United States
Job Summary
This position acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The leader delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members, accounts for quality patient outcomes, and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.
Education
Required: Registered nurse diploma.
Preferred: Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.
Work Experience
Required: None.
Certifications
Required: Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty area.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Job Duties
Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family, and other groups or disciplines.
Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly, serving as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The risk of exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste exists.
Compliance
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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This position acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The leader delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members, accounts for quality patient outcomes, and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.
Education
Required: Registered nurse diploma.
Preferred: Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.
Work Experience
Required: None.
Certifications
Required: Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty area.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Job Duties
Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family, and other groups or disciplines.
Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly, serving as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The risk of exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste exists.
Compliance
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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