Nursing Team Leader (Accordia)

Job description

Would you like to be part of a well-established healthcare organization that is genuinely making a positive impact in our communities? Experience is not required, as we have positions available at all levels. Thursday, September 17th- 3030 Knollwood Drive in Mobile from 10 am - 2 pm

Clinical Responsibilities

Assists with the completion of the assessment process for patients including but not limited to the following medical checklist/physical health/nursing screening, medication list/reconciliation, depression screening, height/weight and vital signs as applicable

Administers medications, observing the Seven Rights of medication administration

Provides education regarding patient’s disease process

Provides medication education for the patient and family, including uses and potential side effects

Monitors patients for potential side effects of medications and reports findings to the physician

Provide direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, consults with other specialists as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care

Accurately assign triage categories

Maintain accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient histories, conditions, treatments, responses, pain management and assessment of changes

Identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family

Communicates effectively with the physician regarding the patient’s physical and mental condition

Administers medical and psychiatric screenings as needed (PHQ-2, UNCOPE, etc.)

Completes medical checklist, AIMS, vital signs, infoscriber as indicated

Perform ancillary testing and tasks as ordered by presiding physician (i.e. PFT, EKG, injections, audiograms, x-ray, etc.) or calls medical facility or department to schedule patient for tests

Gives injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests

Supervises nursing functions at the site including immediate supervision of medical assistants to assure conformance with established standards and procedural requirements

Assists patients with the assistance programs and referrals; maintains updated file of referrals and provides referral information

Responds to consumers’ request for medication refills

Maintain daily protocols for temperature logs, medication logs, VFC and private stock medication management.

Assist with meeting reporting requirements of HRSA, Joint Commission, and quality standards

Reviews chart for treatment compliance

Follows up on missed injections and document in chart

Interfaces with the multi-disciplinary team and actively and cooperatively participates in development of the interdisciplinary treatment plan

Monitors laboratory results and reports all abnormal findings to the physician

Provides emergency care as needed (CPR, MindSet, PRN medications), according to the Accordia Health Policy and Procedures

Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation

Participate in general and medical staff meetings as required

Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records

Educate the community and patients on health issues to increase health literacy

May conduct infection control for staff and consumers when indicated

Performs related duties as assigned

Meets Accordia Health productivity standards

Effectively demonstrates the application of nursing competencies

Adheres to professional code of ethics

Supervision and Consultation

Seeks clinical supervision and consultation needs

Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement

Actively works to enhance clinical skills

Clinical Record Keeping

Documents in a timely fashion per Accordia Health policy

Documents in a clear, concise manner, types of patient problems, treatment goals and services provided

Documentation shows that forms, notes, logs, and other applicable written information are completed promptly, accurately and updated when appropriate

Documents legibly

Courteous and respectful attitudes towards consumers, visitors and co-workers

Treats patients with care, dignity and compassion

Respects patient’s privacy and confidentiality

Is pleasant and cooperative with others

Assists patients and visitors as needed

Personal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for others

Is sensitive to the patient’s needs, expectations and individual differences

Is gentle and calm to patients and families

Administrative and Other related duties as Assigned

Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities

Actively participates in Accordia Health committees as required

Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner

Accesses appropriate community resources according to consumer needs

Follows Accordia Health Policy & Procedures

Maintains current State license and requirements for renewals (i.e. CEU’s), and attends to required in-services and workshops

Physical Requirements of the Job

There is frequent standing while getting files, paperwork, and handing out medication.

Sitting is frequent by nature and up to 5-10 minutes; however, extended sitting could be up to 1.5 to 3 hours for documentation

Squatting and/or lunging frequently to stock supplies and retrieve needed material from file cabinets and book shelves

Fine manipulation for writing, handling paperwork, and dispensing medications to consumers

Pushing and/or pulling force up to 1-5 pounds force, horizontally, to open file cabinets and place binders on book shelves

Lifting various ranges from the floor to overhead with weights up to 1-5 pounds frequently.

Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Alabama. Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Knowledge in adult/geriatric and/or child/adolescent specialty, outlined below, to be attained within (6) six months of employment

Knowledge of general and psychiatric nursing care.

Basic knowledge of psychiatric disorders in the adult and/or child populations.

Demonstration of safe medication administration practices including IM

Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide appropriate care to the patients served.

Knowledge of medical terminology especially those terms associated with adult psychiatric care and/or substance abuse

Maintain current knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and his/her clinical condition.

Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention and interventions common to acute psychotic as well as to non-violent crisis intervention practice.

Basic knowledge of appropriate educational methods.

Understanding of behavioral, psychological, physical health and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco on the consumer and their significant others.

Knowledge of trauma informed care principles

Knowledge of cultural diversity

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Worksite address

bayou la batre, AL, 36509, US

Who can apply

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