Registered Nurse - Emergency - Full Time - Evenings

Job Summary Location: Methodist Fremont Health, 450 E 23rd St., Fremont, NE Work Schedule: 3 12‑hour shifts 11:00 am‑11:00 pm with every third weekend rotation. The practice of nursing by a registered nurse (RN) shall mean the assumption of responsibility and accountability for nursing actions which include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing diagnoses, execution of prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic treatments, administering, delegating, and evaluating nursing activities. Incentives Sign‑on bonus Tuition reimbursement Shift differentials & other financial incentives Tuition assistance Academic sponsorship with Methodist College Free parking Responsibilities Critical Thinking Demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of patient’s rights. Transcribes/countersigns physician orders; implements orders and documents all patient‑related information; receives and interprets physician orders, allowing no misunderstanding. Demonstrates sensitivity and insight of patient’s ability to understand what activity is occurring during Methodist Fremont Health (MFH) visit/hospitalization. Notifies physicians of pertinent observations and reactions, incidents, and abnormal laboratory and x‑ray results, as required. Is accurate and complete in planning care for the patient according to needs from admission to discharge. Shows ability to modify planning according to the current flow of events while maintaining positive patient outcomes. Maintains standards of nursing care and implements policies and procedures of the hospital and department. Documentation of all assessments and reassessments implementation and evaluation of patient care determined is accurate, legible, and timely. Utilizes effective clinical delegation skills. Demonstrates accountability from knowing that appropriate nursing care is being delivered to assigned patients and evaluates outcome of delegation. Always demonstrates accountability for administration of, observation and reporting effects of drugs, intravenous procedures, other therapeutic and diagnostic measures in a safe and accurate manner; carefully orders, prepares, administers and evaluates medication and intravenous therapy. Patient Care Is able to accurately assess care for a patient’s unique need (I.e. diagnosis, age) including physical‑psychosocial aspects in accordance with unit guidelines. Utilizes the history and assessment information to identify patient problems or potential problems and set goals. Demonstrates the ability to effectively utilize the nursing process when providing direct patient care for all individuals from infancy through advanced age, as unit competency completed. Executes planned care and evaluation outcomes for all patients under his/her care. Modifies the care plan according to evaluated outcomes. Communicates pertinent information regarding patient care appropriately (I.e. shift report, unit to unit, transfer, etc.). Assesses, develops, and implements a teaching plan for patients/families; utilizes assessment data and discharge plan in a meaningful way for each patient’s ability to understand. Monitors plan according to need. Maintains standards of nursing care and implements policies and procedures of the hospital and the department. Provides direct patient care utilizing professional nursing skills and judgment according to physicians and other licensed practitioner’s orders. Technical Performs technical aspects of patient care and consistently demonstrates clinical competencies according to established policies and procedures; utilizes proper techniques; adapts techniques to unique needs of individual patients. Is proficient in operation of supporting equipment (including, but not limited to) Pyxis, computer data entry, One Touch, and IMED. Demonstrates safety consciousness and incorporates safe practice at all times. Performs technical aspects of patient care according to established policies and procedures. Demonstrates ability to organize and execute new procedures. Demonstrates proficiency in placing, evaluating, and maintaining IV lines. Demonstrates ability to operate various equipment and supplies that are used. Demonstrates proficiency in airway management. Demonstrates ability to perform in an accurate and precise manner in emergency situations. Provides for patient comfort; positioning, extra bathing, straightening linens, putting personal articles within reach, courtesy, responsiveness as required. Job Requirements Education Formal training program after high school required. Graduate from an accredited Diploma School of Nursing/College of Nursing with an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science (BSN) required. License / Certifications Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, valid compact multistate license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 6 months of hire. Current American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within one year of hire. Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) required within two years of hire. Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) required within two years of hire. Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) preferred. Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN) preferred. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred. Experience One to two years nursing experience preferred. Emergency or acute care nursing experience preferred. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/Typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Standing Walking Environmental Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians. Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Rare (1-33%): Radiation Alpha, Betz and Gamma (particles such as X‑Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc.) Radiation Non‑Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) – NICU only Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Hazardous Drugs (exposure risks, personal protective equipment required) Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air borne and blood borne viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (Blood or Body Fluid‑BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affinitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co