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Nursing Director Magnet Program Lowell General Hospital
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Lowell General Hospital
Lowell General Hospital has delivered high-quality and compassionate care since 1891. Our two inpatient hospital campuses, Cancer Center, Heart and Vascular Center, four urgent care locations, affiliated physicians and outpatient facilities provide state-of-the-art technology and a full range of specialty services in the Merrimack Valley.
Job Overview
Lowell General Hospital is seeking a Magnet Program Director to lead and manage the organization's journey to achieve and maintain ANCC Magnet Recognition . We are a 4-time Magnet designated hospital, recognized for our positive work environment, innovation, nursing excellence, and positive patient outcomes. Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, this position plays a strategic and operational role in advancing nursing excellence, fostering a culture of shared governance, evidence-based practice, and continuous quality improvement. The Magnet Program Director coordinates all activities related to Magnet documentation, readiness, site visits, and ongoing compliance with Magnet standards.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.
2. 7 Years of RN Experience with at least 5 years of management experience.
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
4. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
5. Master's Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. In-depth knowledge of the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program standards and processes
2. Experience leading or supporting a Magnet designation or re-designation process. Previous experience as Magnet Program Director or Coordinator in a designated Magnet facility
3. Certification in Nursing Administration (NE-BC/NEA-BC) or Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC)
4. Strong project management skills with the ability to lead large-scale initiatives
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Initiates and manages change, ensuring appropriate support and resources to staff.
2. Creates opportunities for multidisciplinary forums in order to solve problems and facilitate planning.
3. Monitors and ensures excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the delivery of patient care on unit.
4. Integrates the nursing service philosophy into all unit practices and programs.
5. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions, and research in patient care and health care delivery.
6. Utilizes a performance improvement process to assess the response to care from patients, families, and others.
7. Provides leadership in setting the direction of the unit and is responsive to changing internal and external factors.
8. Maintains open communication with managers whose departments provide support services to the clinical area in order to ensure the appropriate level of service at all times.
9. Manages human, fiscal, and other resources needed to support clinical nursing practice and positive patient outcomes.
10. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
11. Monitors and critically analyzes resource utilization of the unit.
12. Collaborates with physicians, hospital administrators, and other relevant groups on methods of delivering care.
13. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
14. Ensures appropriate staffing plan to accommodate changing needs of the unit.
15. Utilizes knowledge of federal, state, hospital, unit and accreditation agencies standards, policies and procedures to direct patient care.
16. Oversees operating and capital budget; implements strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
17. Creates and fosters a learning environment that facilities the professional growth and development of staff.
18. Oversees written policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
2. Occasional lifting of 5-15 lbs and turning patients.
3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
2. Ability to maintain and develop clinical knowledge, judgment, and skills.
3. Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
4. Possesses strong clinical and theoretical skills.
5. Demonstrates proactive approach.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Leadership duties: Controls, directs, and participates in the activities of the organization through a hierarchy of managers and supervisors. Responsibilities also include long-term strategic planning, determining the policies of the organization, and allocating its resources and making decisions regarding organization growth and diversification to accomplish entity's vision. A management role that supervises employees focusing on tactical, operational activities within a specified area, with the majority of time spent overseeing area of responsibility, planning, prioritizing and/or directing the responsibilities of employees. Goal achievement is typically accomplished through performance of direct and/or indirect reports. A role that manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Responsibilities typically include: policy and strategy implementation for short-term results (1 year or less), problems faced are difficult to moderately complex, and influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Nursing Director Cancer Services Lowell General Hospital
Posted 1 day ago
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Lowell General Hospital
Our 2 inpatient hospital campuses, Cancer Center, Heart and Vascular Center, 4 urgent care locations, affiliated physicians and outpatient facilities provide state-of-the-art technology and a full range of specialty services to the Greater Lowell community.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, the Director of Cancer Services at Lowell General Hospital is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational oversight, and clinical excellence of all oncology programs and services within the healthcare organization. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered cancer care across the continuum-from prevention and diagnosis to treatment, survivorship, and palliative care.
The Director collaborates closely with medical staff, nursing leadership, administrative teams, and external partners to align cancer services with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Key responsibilities include program development, quality and performance improvement, budget management, staffing, compliance with accreditation standards (e.g., CoC, NAPBC), and the integration of innovative practices and technologies in oncology care.
This position requires strong leadership skills, in-depth knowledge of oncology service delivery, and the ability to foster a multidisciplinary approach to care that enhances patient outcomes, provider satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.
2. 7 Years of RN Experience with at least 5 years of management experience.
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
4. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
5. Master's Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. OCN certification or other oncology related certification
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Initiates and manages change, ensuring appropriate support and resources to staff.
2. Creates opportunities for multidisciplinary forums in order to solve problems and facilitate planning.
3. Monitors and ensures excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the delivery of patient care on unit.
4. Integrates the nursing service philosophy into all unit practices and programs.
5. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions, and research in patient care and health care delivery.
6. Utilizes a performance improvement process to assess the response to care from patients, families, and others.
7. Provides leadership in setting the direction of the unit and is responsive to changing internal and external factors.
8. Maintains open communication with managers whose departments provide support services to the clinical area in order to ensure the appropriate level of service at all times.
9. Manages human, fiscal, and other resources needed to support clinical nursing practice and positive patient outcomes.
10. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
11. Monitors and critically analyzes resource utilization of the unit.
12. Collaborates with physicians, hospital administrators, and other relevant groups on methods of delivering care.
13. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
14. Ensures appropriate staffing plan to accommodate changing needs of the unit.
15. Utilizes knowledge of federal, state, hospital, unit and accreditation agencies standards, policies and procedures to direct patient care.
16. Oversees operating and capital budget; implements strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
17. Creates and fosters a learning environment that facilities the professional growth and development of staff.
18. Oversees written policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
2. Occasional lifting of 5-15 lbs and turning patients.
3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
2. Ability to maintain and develop clinical knowledge, judgment, and skills.
3. Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
4. Possesses strong clinical and theoretical skills.
5. Demonstrates proactive approach.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Leadership duties: Controls, directs, and participates in the activities of the organization through a hierarchy of managers and supervisors. Responsibilities also include long-term strategic planning, determining the policies of the organization, and allocating its resources and making decisions regarding organization growth and diversification to accomplish entity's vision. A management role that supervises employees focusing on tactical, operational activities within a specified area, with the majority of time spent overseeing area of responsibility, planning, prioritizing and/or directing the responsibilities of employees. Goal achievement is typically accomplished through performance of direct and/or indirect reports. A role that manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Responsibilities typically include: policy and strategy implementation for short-term results (1 year or less), problems faced are difficult to moderately complex, and influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Nursing Director Case Management and Social Work Lowell General Hospital
Posted 4 days ago
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Lowell General Hospital
Lowell General Hospital has delivered high-quality and compassionate care since 1891. Our two inpatient hospital campuses, Cancer Center, Heart and Vascular Center, four urgent care locations, affiliated physicians and outpatient facilities provide state-of-the-art technology and a full range of specialty services in the Merrimack Valley.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nurse Executive, this position has oversight of all clinical and administrative functions of the case management and social work departments in a four-time designated ANCC Magnet designated organization, and supports a dynamic staff of approximately 50 individuals. This candidate will have strong alignment and engagement across the Tufts Medicine entities and providers in support of system and organization care management goals. .
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
-
Massachusetts RN Licensure.
-
7 Years of RN Experience with at least 5 years of management experience.
-
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
-
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
-
Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
-
Initiates and manages change, ensuring appropriate support and resources to staff.
-
Creates opportunities for multidisciplinary forums in order to solve problems and facilitate planning.
-
Monitors and ensures excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the delivery of patient care on unit.
-
Integrates the nursing service philosophy into all unit practices and programs.
-
Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions, and research in patient care and health care delivery.
-
Utilizes a performance improvement process to assess the response to care from patients, families, and others.
-
Provides leadership in setting the direction of the unit and is responsive to changing internal and external factors.
-
Maintains open communication with managers whose departments provide support services to the clinical area in order to ensure the appropriate level of service at all times.
-
Manages human, fiscal, and other resources needed to support clinical nursing practice and positive patient outcomes.
-
Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
-
Monitors and critically analyzes resource utilization of the unit.
-
Collaborates with physicians, hospital administrators, and other relevant groups on methods of delivering care.
-
Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
-
Ensures appropriate staffing plan to accommodate changing needs of the unit.
-
Utilizes knowledge of federal, state, hospital, unit and accreditation agencies standards, policies and procedures to direct patient care.
-
Oversees operating and capital budget; implements strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
-
Creates and fosters a learning environment that facilities the professional growth and development of staff.
-
Oversees written policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements:
-
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
-
Occasional lifting of 5-15 lbs and turning patients.
-
Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
Skills & Abilities:
-
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
-
Ability to maintain and develop clinical knowledge, judgment, and skills.
-
Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
-
Possesses strong clinical and theoretical skills.
-
Demonstrates proactive approach.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Leadership duties: Controls, directs, and participates in the activities of the organization through a hierarchy of managers and supervisors. Responsibilities also include long-term strategic planning, determining the policies of the organization, and allocating its resources and making decisions regarding organization growth and diversification to accomplish entity's vision. A management role that supervises employees focusing on tactical, operational activities within a specified area, with the majority of time spent overseeing area of responsibility, planning, prioritizing and/or directing the responsibilities of employees. Goal achievement is typically accomplished through performance of direct and/or indirect reports. A role that manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Responsibilities typically include: policy and strategy implementation for short-term results (1 year or less), problems faced are difficult to moderately complex, and influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Nursing Director Case Management and Social Work Lowell General Hospital
Posted 9 days ago
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Job Description
Lowell General Hospital has delivered high-quality and compassionate care since 1891. Our two inpatient hospital campuses, Cancer Center, Heart and Vascular Center, four urgent care locations, affiliated physicians and outpatient facilities provide state-of-the-art technology and a full range of specialty services in the Merrimack Valley.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nurse Executive, this position has oversight of all clinical and administrative functions of the case management and social work departments in a four-time designated ANCC Magnet designated organization, and supports a dynamic staff of approximately 50 individuals. This candidate will have strong alignment and engagement across the Tufts Medicine entities and providers in support of system and organization care management goals.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.
2. 7 Years of RN Experience with at least 5 years of management experience.
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
4. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
5. Master's Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Initiates and manages change, ensuring appropriate support and resources to staff.
2. Creates opportunities for multidisciplinary forums in order to solve problems and facilitate planning.
3. Monitors and ensures excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the delivery of patient care on unit.
4. Integrates the nursing service philosophy into all unit practices and programs.
5. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions, and research in patient care and health care delivery.
6. Utilizes a performance improvement process to assess the response to care from patients, families, and others.
7. Provides leadership in setting the direction of the unit and is responsive to changing internal and external factors.
8. Maintains open communication with managers whose departments provide support services to the clinical area in order to ensure the appropriate level of service at all times.
9. Manages human, fiscal, and other resources needed to support clinical nursing practice and positive patient outcomes.
10. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
11. Monitors and critically analyzes resource utilization of the unit.
12. Collaborates with physicians, hospital administrators, and other relevant groups on methods of delivering care.
13. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
14. Ensures appropriate staffing plan to accommodate changing needs of the unit.
15. Utilizes knowledge of federal, state, hospital, unit and accreditation agencies standards, policies and procedures to direct patient care.
16. Oversees operating and capital budget; implements strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
17. Creates and fosters a learning environment that facilities the professional growth and development of staff.
18. Oversees written policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
2. Occasional lifting of 5-15 lbs and turning patients.
3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
2. Ability to maintain and develop clinical knowledge, judgment, and skills.
3. Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
4. Possesses strong clinical and theoretical skills.
5. Demonstrates proactive approach.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Leadership duties: Controls, directs, and participates in the activities of the organization through a hierarchy of managers and supervisors. Responsibilities also include long-term strategic planning, determining the policies of the organization, and allocating its resources and making decisions regarding organization growth and diversification to accomplish entity's vision. A management role that supervises employees focusing on tactical, operational activities within a specified area, with the majority of time spent overseeing area of responsibility, planning, prioritizing and/or directing the responsibilities of employees. Goal achievement is typically accomplished through performance of direct and/or indirect reports. A role that manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Responsibilities typically include: policy and strategy implementation for short-term results (1 year or less), problems faced are difficult to moderately complex, and influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Nursing Director Case Management and Social Work Lowell General Hospital
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Lowell General Hospital has delivered high-quality and compassionate care since 1891. Our two inpatient hospital campuses, Cancer Center, Heart and Vascular Center, four urgent care locations, affiliated physicians and outpatient facilities provide state-of-the-art technology and a full range of specialty services in the Merrimack Valley.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nurse Executive, this position has oversight of all clinical and administrative functions of the case management and social work departments in a four-time designated ANCC Magnet designated organization, and supports a dynamic staff of approximately 50 individuals. This candidate will have strong alignment and engagement across the Tufts Medicine entities and providers in support of system and organization care management goals. .
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.
2. 7 Years of RN Experience with at least 5 years of management experience.
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
4. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
5. Master's Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Initiates and manages change, ensuring appropriate support and resources to staff.
2. Creates opportunities for multidisciplinary forums in order to solve problems and facilitate planning.
3. Monitors and ensures excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the delivery of patient care on unit.
4. Integrates the nursing service philosophy into all unit practices and programs.
5. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions, and research in patient care and health care delivery.
6. Utilizes a performance improvement process to assess the response to care from patients, families, and others.
7. Provides leadership in setting the direction of the unit and is responsive to changing internal and external factors.
8. Maintains open communication with managers whose departments provide support services to the clinical area in order to ensure the appropriate level of service at all times.
9. Manages human, fiscal, and other resources needed to support clinical nursing practice and positive patient outcomes.
10. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
11. Monitors and critically analyzes resource utilization of the unit.
12. Collaborates with physicians, hospital administrators, and other relevant groups on methods of delivering care.
13. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
14. Ensures appropriate staffing plan to accommodate changing needs of the unit.
15. Utilizes knowledge of federal, state, hospital, unit and accreditation agencies standards, policies and procedures to direct patient care.
16. Oversees operating and capital budget; implements strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
17. Creates and fosters a learning environment that facilities the professional growth and development of staff.
18. Oversees written policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
2. Occasional lifting of 5-15 lbs and turning patients.
3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
2. Ability to maintain and develop clinical knowledge, judgment, and skills.
3. Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
4. Possesses strong clinical and theoretical skills.
5. Demonstrates proactive approach.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Leadership duties: Controls, directs, and participates in the activities of the organization through a hierarchy of managers and supervisors. Responsibilities also include long-term strategic planning, determining the policies of the organization, and allocating its resources and making decisions regarding organization growth and diversification to accomplish entity's vision. A management role that supervises employees focusing on tactical, operational activities within a specified area, with the majority of time spent overseeing area of responsibility, planning, prioritizing and/or directing the responsibilities of employees. Goal achievement is typically accomplished through performance of direct and/or indirect reports. A role that manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Responsibilities typically include: policy and strategy implementation for short-term results (1 year or less), problems faced are difficult to moderately complex, and influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures.
RN Medical Services
Posted 17 days ago
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ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: RN - Acute Care - System
REPORTS TO POSITION: Department Manager/Director
DEPARTMENT: Varies
DATE LAST REVIEWED: June 30, 2017
OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTSUMMARY: The Acute Care RN positions include bedside RNs on various units throughout St. Charles Health System. These departments include Med/Surg, Medical, Surgical, Ortho/Neuro, Pediatrics, Inpatient Rehab and Med/Surg floats. These departments provide 24/7 specialized care to patients throughout their hospitalization and discharge.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The RN provides quality patient and family centered care as a member of the health care team in accordance with St. Charles Health System mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. Applies standards for professional nursing practice and focuses clinical care to enhance the experience for patients, families, and all others. As a nurse, this position will oversee the work of other caregivers, providing specific care to assigned patient(s) throughout the shift, as required under the scope of the RN licensure.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing practice in the State of Oregon.
Assesses the patient's condition and needs using critical thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines to meet the patient's/family's physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patient's progress.
Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures for medication administration.
Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies.
Demonstrates awareness of and supports St. Charles departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.
Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development of self and others.
Communicates (both written and orally) effectively and maintains professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.
Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and implements solution(s) within scope of practice, as appropriate.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focused attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way, including introducing oneself and explaining role in patient's care, asking the patient his or her preferred name, sitting with the patient to determine his or her care goals, active listening, communicating effectively and appropriately through touch, eye contact, etc.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
Performs stand by callback as assigned. Varies by department.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: As required by RN licensure.
Preferred: BSN
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: Current Oregon RN license
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Preferred: Department specific acute care certification. (i.e. CNRN, ONC, RNC, OCN, CRRN )
EXPERIENCE
Required: N/A
Preferred: Department specific acute care experience.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
General:
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP
.
Schedule Weekly Hours:
36
Caregiver Type:
Regular
Shift:
Third Shift (United States of America)
Is Exempt Position?
No
Job Family:
REGISTERED NURSE ACUTE CARE
Scheduled Days of the Week:
Variable; includes every other weekend and holidays
Shift Start & End Time:
RN Medical Services
Posted 17 days ago
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Job Description
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: RN - Acute Care - System
REPORTS TO POSITION: Department Manager/Director
DEPARTMENT: Varies
DATE LAST REVIEWED: June 30, 2017
OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTSUMMARY: The Acute Care RN positions include bedside RNs on various units throughout St. Charles Health System. These departments include Med/Surg, Medical, Surgical, Ortho/Neuro, Pediatrics, Inpatient Rehab and Med/Surg floats. These departments provide 24/7 specialized care to patients throughout their hospitalization and discharge.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The RN provides quality patient and family centered care as a member of the health care team in accordance with St. Charles Health System mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. Applies standards for professional nursing practice and focuses clinical care to enhance the experience for patients, families, and all others. As a nurse, this position will oversee the work of other caregivers, providing specific care to assigned patient(s) throughout the shift, as required under the scope of the RN licensure.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing practice in the State of Oregon.
Assesses the patient's condition and needs using critical thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines to meet the patient's/family's physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patient's progress.
Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures for medication administration.
Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies.
Demonstrates awareness of and supports St. Charles departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.
Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development of self and others.
Communicates (both written and orally) effectively and maintains professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.
Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and implements solution(s) within scope of practice, as appropriate.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focused attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way, including introducing oneself and explaining role in patient's care, asking the patient his or her preferred name, sitting with the patient to determine his or her care goals, active listening, communicating effectively and appropriately through touch, eye contact, etc.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
Performs stand by callback as assigned. Varies by department.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: As required by RN licensure.
Preferred: BSN
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: Current Oregon RN license
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Preferred: Department specific acute care certification. (i.e. CNRN, ONC, RNC, OCN, CRRN )
EXPERIENCE
Required: N/A
Preferred: Department specific acute care experience.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
General:
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP
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Schedule Weekly Hours:
36
Caregiver Type:
Regular
Shift:
Third Shift (United States of America)
Is Exempt Position?
No
Job Family:
REGISTERED NURSE ACUTE CARE
Scheduled Days of the Week:
Variable; includes every other weekend and holidays
Shift Start & End Time:
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