OCOM - Inpatient Registered Nurse, FT 7p-7a

EVERY DAY GIVING EXCELLENCE “Each Patient, Each Family, Each&Every Time” Our staff is committed to creating an environment in which patients not only receive the best quality care but also the highest level of service. The staff works to continuously improve the processes that are important in meeting the needs of patients, their families, our physicians, and their staff. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Inpatient Registered Nurse opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! Shift 3 shifts/week (7pm - 7am) Overall Responsibility The Registered Nurse is responsible for the clinically competent provision of professional nursing care to patients; including assessment, direct physical care, evaluation, teaching, and counseling. Ensures delegated care is consistent with patient/family needs. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team while maintaining all standards of professional nursing. Key tasks and responsibilities Demonstrates the ability to assess and evaluate data including: Systematic and ongoing assessment based on patient/family diagnoses/problem list; Diagnostic tests results and other clinical information; Response to medical and/or nursing care/treatment; Behavioral responses; Developmental needs; Cultural responses/needs; Educational needs. Recognizes and reports changes inpatient condition. Communicate with the physician regarding patient’s needs, the nursing assessments, and recommendations on a daily basis. Collaborate with other nurses and health team members to ensure the patient’s wellbeing as evidenced by staff/client feedback. Give a thorough, concise report at change of shift. Communicate pertinent information to the appropriate person in a timely manner. Maintain a clean, neat, and safe environment for patient and staff according to policy and procedure as evidenced by staff/client feedback and operations coordinator observation. Ensure that supplies and equipment necessary for patient care are stored in an organized and efficient manner. Follow appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies. Remain conscientious in regard to personal hygiene and comply with specific division/unit regulations. Demonstrates patient/family focus in the provision of care, adhering to standards. Ensures delegated nursing care for patients/families is provided according to plans developed by treatment team and within the confines of the applicable practice acts. Utilizes critical thinking to evaluate the effectiveness of care. Assists patients and families to integrate the impact of illness and recovery into their lifestyles through patient education. Collaborates with care providers in meeting patient care needs. Performs care interventions in accordance with the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act. Communicates progress towards expected outcomes. Responds to potential risk/hazard to themselves and others. Supports effective communication through utilizing systems that enable opportunities for input regarding patient care issues. Documents assessments, treatments, re-evaluations, and patient responses to treatment per hospital policies and procedures. Participates regularly in educational activities related to practice. Collaborates with mentor to identify learning needs and seeks experiences to develop clinical skills. Develops a clinical knowledge base for populations served that is age appropriate, culturally specific and diagnosis appropriate. Contributes to the establishments of an ethical environment that supports the rights of all participants. Participates in resolving ethical problems or dilemmas of individuals or systems. Provides advocacy, protection and support for patient rights, family involvement and patient/family decision-making. Remains calm and functions as a team member during times of stress and crisis situations. Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior. Actively participates on appropriate committees and QA/PI activities. Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens. Uses good body mechanics. Informs Director of applicable day-to-day situations. Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies. Demonstrates ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise, and professional manner. Maintains patient/hospital confidentiality at all times. Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance policy for employee with option to purchase additional coverage for employee, spouse and/or dependents. Company Paid Long Term Disability. Company Paid AD&D insurance. Short Term Disability available for purchase. 401(k) with a generous match. 7 paid holidays. High competitive salaries with bonuses and incentives. Generous PTO accrual program and personal days. FSA & HSA programs. License/Education Reimbursement. Weekends and holidays off. Employee Discount Program on travel, shopping, daycare, and much more. Incredible Work-Life balance. Required Skills Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Licensure and Certification: BCLS, if not current, certification within 90 days of hire. ACLS required, if not current, obtain training within 6 months. Valid and current License as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oklahoma. Required Experience: Education and experience required: Board Eligible Graduate nurse or Associate’s degree from an accredited two-year college or university, or diploma in nursing. Prefer at least one year medical-surgical nursing experience. Environmental and physical requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee works in a temperature controlled environment. Candidate must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, have cognitive skills for math, reading, filing and sterile technique skills. Vision for near, mid-range, far, peripheral, ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. Communication skills to deal well with employees, patients, families and physicians. Hearing for low, medium, and high pitch. Job requires physical ability for standing, sitting, crouching, kneeling, frequent walking, reaching with reaching above head and below waist. Job risks include exposure to blood and body fluids (high), virus, disease, and infection from patients and specimens in the working environment, contact with laser and chemicals, lifting of 30 - 50 pounds, and lifting and supporting patients. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr