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RN (Nurse) Emergency Care at Yale New Haven Health summary:

The RN (Nurse) Emergency Care provides patient-centered nursing care in emergency and critical care settings, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care plans. This role includes supervising non-RN personnel, serving as a charge nurse, and educating patients and staff. The nurse demonstrates specialized skills in neuro assessment, airway management, and care for patients with tracheostomies or ventilators, ensuring quality outcomes and adherence to policies.

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
• Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
• Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
• Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
• Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
• Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
• Functions As A Charge Nurse.
• Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
• Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures
• Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program
• Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure: Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients.

EXPERIENCE

1 Year acute nursing experience required.

LICENSURE

Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License

SPECIAL SKILLS

BLS Required

Additional Information

1 Year Acute RN Experience Required. Critical Care or Emergency experience preferred.

Keywords:

emergency nursing, patient care, neuro assessment, airway management, tracheostomy care, ventilator support, charge nurse, patient education, critical care, acute nursing

Description:

Position Summary:

The RT Vent Field Clinician is a Respiratory Therapist providing respiratory patient care to Vent patients for optimal outcomes. Provides respiratory care to patients in alternate sites in accordance with AdaptHealth's policies and procedures. Respiratory care will be preventative, rehabilitative, and palliative in nature. The RT will utilize all the resources available within the agency and community to accomplish care objectives. This position will provide education and care to the patient and communicate with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues.

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:

• Utilizes various sources of information to attain greater competence about his or her position, including attending educational events (including attending optional in-services) and asking questions.
• Utilizes acquired knowledge to increase his or her competencies.
• Consistently demonstrates ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with company policy and procedures.
• Maintains complete and accurate patient files by updating all documents per company policy and procedures.
• Reviews Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up to date.
• Documents procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information.
• Assists with authorization for Ventilator referrals for patients.
• Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting.
• Displays knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrates application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services.
• Participates in discharge planning of highly technical cases.
• Performs clinical assessments as needed and reports results and recommendations to the referral and physician.
• Participates in highly technical discharges and prepares in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting.
• Performs in-services to hospital staff, referrals, other professionals regarding equipment & issues of clinical nature.
• Follows up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and documents accurately and in a timely manner.
• Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling.
• Works to promote AdaptHealth by new program development, operational backup, personal visits, coordination of educational activities, etc.
• Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
• Uses clinical expertise in evaluating vent patients records once a ventilator set up has been completed by the branch Respiratory Therapist.
• Ensures accuracy of prescriptions and plan of care was followed and documented. Also reviews delivery tickets, home inspection, ventilator check, and patient equipment competencies are complete and documented.
• Maintains proficient knowledge of ventilator patients including compliance software, new technology, units, and supplies supported by Adapthealth.
• Ability to demonstrate and instruct on use of vent units and supplies. Ability to make decisions for patients based on compliance data and assessment.
• Communicates with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues.
• Maintains working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and other third-party payer guidelines related to ventilation.
• Electronically documents patient care activity, intervention provided and all communication regarding the patient. Documentation is accurate, complete and follows company standards.
• Appropriate steps taken to ensure recommendations and orders sent are acknowledged and followed up in a timely manner.
• Responsible for accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of verbal and written communications as it relates to role.
• Responsible for documentation that supports data collection to track and trend outcomes.
• Assists in establishing clinical documentation when needed for third party reimbursement or justification.
• Uses knowledge in working with referral sources to educate about best practice standards.
• Works collaboratively and pro-actively with peers and other team members to resolve issues and assure optimum outcomes for patients, referral sources and staff.
• Acts as a resource on practices and processes to provide appropriate guidance.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
• Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required.
• Maintains compliant with AdaptHealth's Compliance Program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned during and outside of normal business hours as needed.

Competency, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with ventilator patients
• Competent in Ventilator, Airway Clearance, and Oxygen therapy administration and management
• Able to perform clinical assessments.
• Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
• Decision making skills.
• Expert communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Solid ability to learn new technologies and possess the technical aptitude required to understand flow of data through systems as well as system interaction.
• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements at the state, federal, and local level
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a rapidly changing environment, be patient, accountable, proactive, take initiative and work effectively on a team.

Requirements:

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Associates degree from an AMA approved respiratory program,
• Valid and unrestricted RT clinical license in all states serviced by the branch.
• Must be CPR certified,
• One (1) year of clinical experience as a Health Care RT, HME RT or clinical nursing with Vent experience.
• Valid and unrestricted driver's license

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stand, bend, stoop, and be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to perform one-man CPR.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities' motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers due to extensive computer use.
• May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings.
• Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate.
• May be exposed to high crime areas within the service community.
• Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold, direct, or indirect contact with airborne, bloodborne, and/or other potentially infectious pathogen.
• May be exposed to angry or irate customers or patients.
• Must be able to drive and travel as needed.
• Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments.
• Requires travel throughout service area.
• Mental ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to access the patient's residence.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours.
• Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments.

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Primary Location:

University Hospital - UMC

Address:

530 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202

Shift:

Days 7A - 7P (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

* Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
* Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
* Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
* Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

* Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
* Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
* In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
* In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
* Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
* Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
* Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
* Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
* Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours):

12 hours

# Shifts/Week:

3 shifts per week

Overtime Required:

Infrequently Sometimes Often

Other Functions:

* Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
* Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
* May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
* Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
* Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
* Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
* Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

* Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)
* All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)


* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

* All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
* Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

* Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

* Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
* Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
* Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:
UofL Hospital

Address:
530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202

Shift:
Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:
The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:
• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Job Description:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

This position also:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours): Typical 8-12 hours. May offer flexibility for shorter shifts depending on department's need.

# Shifts/Week: Required hours to meet agreed FTE.

Overtime Required: Infrequently Sometimes Often

A Note on Required Qualifications:

UofL Health will accept a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) from the NCSBN in lieu of a Kentucky Nursing License, per the KBN.

Additional Job Description:

Primary Location:
UofL Hospital

Address:
530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202

Shift:
Days 7A - 7P (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:
The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:
• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Job Description:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

This position also:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours): Typical 8-12 hours. May offer flexibility for shorter shifts depending on department's need.

# Shifts/Week: Required hours to meet agreed FTE.

Overtime Required: Infrequently Sometimes Often

A Note on Required Qualifications:

UofL Health will accept a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) from the NCSBN in lieu of a Kentucky Nursing License, per the KBN.

Additional Job Description:

Primary Location:
University Hospital - UMC

Address:
530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202

Shift:
Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours):

12 hours

# Shifts/Week:

3 shifts per week

Overtime Required:

Infrequently Sometimes Often

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)
  • All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

UofL Hospital

Address:

530 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202

Shift:

Days 7A - 7P (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

The Charge Nurse assists the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluation, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The Charge Nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The Charge Nurse is a role model and proponent of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives such as the acquisition of Magnet Certification, and organizational committee meetings.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

* Participates in assessing and cost-effectively meeting staffing needs and resource utilization within the budget of the department of the unit; confers with unit nursing leadership when making preceptor/nurse assignments; assigns patients and tasks according to staff expertise and patient acuity and assumes responsibility for functioning of the unit on a shift-to-shift basis


* Serves as a role model for staff regarding customer relations, monitors unit customer service and intervenes as necessary; rounds on internal and external customers based on unit requirements


* Participates in employee evaluations, counsels and coaches employees when necessary, and implements disciplinary process according to policy including time and attendance issues; remains knowledgeable of regulatory standards and ensures staff are maintaining and adhering to all department and facility policies; maintains anecdotal documentation.


* Participates in the review and investigation of occurrence reports; intervenes and develops action plans for actual events and near misses and shares the results with staff


* Acts as a clinical resource and may assist with education and may dispense education for staff as needed.; may be responsible for interviewing, scheduling, expediting patient flow, promoting efficiency within the unit and management of productivity



Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours): 12 Hours

# Shifts/Week: 3

Overtime Required: Infrequently Sometimes Often n/a (exempt position)

Other Functions:

* Identifies personal goals and actions to meet the unit and organizational goals


* Efficiently and effectively monitors supply use to meet patient needs


* Collaborates and contributes to revision of policies and procedures


* Participates in quality improvement by identifying, in collaboration with nurse managers, two to three (2-3) quality improvement initiatives annually; may be responsible for meeting unit audit requirements.


* Participates in an annual charge nurse competency


* Maintains open communication with all health care team members, nursing leadership, and medical staff, especially with Nursing Director, Unit Managers and other Charge Nurses


* Conducts or participates is unit meetings, committee meetings, and facilitates active participation of staff members


* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct


* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times


* Performs other duties as assigned



A Note on Required Qualifications:

UofL Health will accept a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) from the NCSBN in lieu of a Kentucky Nursing License, per the KBN.

Additional Job Description:

Primary Location:

University Hospital - UMC

Address:

530 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202

Shift:

Days 7A - 7P (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

* Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
* Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
* Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
* Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

* Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
* Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
* In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
* In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
* Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
* Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
* Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
* Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
* Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours):

12 hours

# Shifts/Week:

3 shifts per week

Overtime Required:

Infrequently Sometimes Often

Other Functions:

* Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
* Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
* May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
* Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
* Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
* Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
* Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

* Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)
* All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)


* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

* All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
* Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

* Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

* Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
* Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
* Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:
UofL Hospital

Address:
530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202

Shift:
Days 7A - 7P (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:
The Charge Nurse assists the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluation, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The Charge Nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The Charge Nurse is a role model and proponent of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives such as the acquisition of Magnet Certification, and organizational committee meetings.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Participates in assessing and cost-effectively meeting staffing needs and resource utilization within the budget of the department of the unit; confers with unit nursing leadership when making preceptor/nurse assignments; assigns patients and tasks according to staff expertise and patient acuity and assumes responsibility for functioning of the unit on a shift-to-shift basis
• Serves as a role model for staff regarding customer relations, monitors unit customer service and intervenes as necessary; rounds on internal and external customers based on unit requirements
• Participates in employee evaluations, counsels and coaches employees when necessary, and implements disciplinary process according to policy including time and attendance issues; remains knowledgeable of regulatory standards and ensures staff are maintaining and adhering to all department and facility policies; maintains anecdotal documentation.
• Participates in the review and investigation of occurrence reports; intervenes and develops action plans for actual events and near misses and shares the results with staff
• Acts as a clinical resource and may assist with education and may dispense education for staff as needed.; may be responsible for interviewing, scheduling, expediting patient flow, promoting efficiency within the unit and management of productivity

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours): 12 Hours

# Shifts/Week: 3

Overtime Required: Infrequently Sometimes Often n/a (exempt position)

Other Functions:

• Identifies personal goals and actions to meet the unit and organizational goals
• Efficiently and effectively monitors supply use to meet patient needs
• Collaborates and contributes to revision of policies and procedures
• Participates in quality improvement by identifying, in collaboration with nurse managers, two to three (2-3) quality improvement initiatives annually; may be responsible for meeting unit audit requirements.
• Participates in an annual charge nurse competency
• Maintains open communication with all health care team members, nursing leadership, and medical staff, especially with Nursing Director, Unit Managers and other Charge Nurses
• Conducts or participates is unit meetings, committee meetings, and facilitates active participation of staff members
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

A Note on Required Qualifications:

UofL Health will accept a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) from the NCSBN in lieu of a Kentucky Nursing License, per the KBN.

Additional Job Description: