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Job description
Overview
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown to ICU Career Ladder Program at Anderson Hospital. This department will train Registered Nurses to care for ICU level patients as part of the Critical Care Cohort program developed by the Director of Critical Care and Cardiovascular Services.
Responsibilities
Conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment, and evaluates treatment effectiveness
Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures
Serve as point of contact for patients\' care coordination throughout hospital departments
Act as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department
Serve as patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics
Serve as a point of care with care coordination and family members or caregivers
Clinically manage patients with multi-system organ failure and/or multisystem trauma
Using the AACN Synergy Model, restore, support, promote, rehabilitate, or palliate to maintain physiologic, psychologic, and psychosocial stability of patients across the lifespan
Synthesize and prioritize information to take immediate and decisive evidence-based, patient-focused action using clinical judgement and clinical inquiry
Anticipates and responds with confidence and adapts to rapidly changing patient conditions
Responds to the unique needs of patients and families coping with illness or injury and advocates for their choices in quality of life
Practice in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the Bon Secours Mercy Health Nursing Professional Practice Model
Qualifications
Licensing/Certification: Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)
BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred at hire; ACLS required within 6 months of hire)
CCRN (preferred)
PCCN (preferred)
NIH Stroke Certification (preferred)
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)
Work Experience
1 year of RN experience (required)
6 months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred)
Training
EPIC EHR training (preferred)
Critical Care Course (preferred)
Skills
Assigns patient care according to nursing skill, knowledge, and scope of practice
Orients, facilitates learning and provides education to nursing staff and others
Possesses clinical knowledge to provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with current standards
Performs comprehensive assessment of patient\'s clinical condition and psychosocial needs
Develops and prioritizes plan of care, and applies nursing process in patient care delivery
Adapts care based on patient responses and outcomes
Collaborates with others to deliver coordinated patient care
Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles
Seeks assistance when needed and pursues ongoing professional development
Maintains professionalism and accountability for actions
Utilizes cost-effective practices and resource stewardship
Demonstrates resilience in stress and emergency situations
Protects patient safety and privacy
Knowledge of office and clinical technologies
Ability to communicate with patients considering personal preferences
Compassionate, relationship-based approach to care
Maintains composure and effectiveness during emergencies
Manages care of patients with chest tubes
Assesses patients with hemodynamic monitoring
Inserts and monitors pacing and temporary pacing as needed
Administers conscious sedation
Knowledge of advanced respiratory modalities
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs): 34-66%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs): 34-66%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs): 34-66%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs): 34-66%
Stoop/Kneel: 1-33%
Crawling: 1-33%
Climbing: 1-33%
Balance: 1-33%
Bending: 34-66%
Sitting: 34-66%
Walking: 34-66%
Standing: 34-66%
Benefits
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For accommodations or to view an affirmative action plan, contact recruitment
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Worksite address
cincinnati, OH, 45208, US
Who can apply
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