Registered Nurse - Medical Observation - Days

* Is familiar with, and follows, nursing protocols and standards of care for their unit.* Use current knowledge in nursing practice based on standards and research literature.* Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions.* Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions.* Continually monitors the patient and/or significant other(s) ability to manage care needs after dismissal.* Give a complete verbal or written change of shift report to the oncoming care provider. Includes current care requirements, to include SBAR (situation, background, assessment and recommendation) content, and is familiar with the overall plan of care.* Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental).* Able to competently perform technical skills independently.* Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within areas' specifications and time frame.* Demonstrate correct and safe technique in the use of equipment according to specific product information and policy and procedure manuals.* Follow appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies.* Communicate effectively to solve problems at the personal and unit level.* Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, ancillary staff, patients and family.* Take pride in the unit by active participation in restocking and maintaining a clean environment.* Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment.* Maintain competence in area of experience.* Participate in meetings and/or committees as needed to assist in decisions effecting area/unit or organization.* Right task (within the scope of practice, according to the job description, based on the desired outcome, task routine, non-complex, low risk and predictable outcome).* Right person (assess competency by: certification/licensure, job description, skills checklist, demonstrated skill).* Right communication (clear, concise, correct, complete).* Right feedback: the Reciprocal Process (ask teammates' input first, recognize effort, get teammates' solution to problem, check off points).* Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited college of nursing required OR obtained within 5 years from date of hire for nurses with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).* For MFH Surgery Main: Graduate from an accredited Diploma School of Nursing/College of Nursing with an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. + Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.* For NMH Oncology: Electrocardiogram (EKG) course required.* For NMH Medical Observation & Ortho Neuro: NIH Stroke Scale training or proof of training required in the first 6 months of hire.* Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements.* If the specialty is not listed, no prior experience is required:* Experience required: + MJE Radiation Oncology: 3 to 5 years hospital or office experience with emphasis in oncology or med/surg nursing. + NMH Palliative Care: Minimum 2 years related experience in RN role. + NMH IV Team: 3 to 6 months on-the-job training in order to learn proper techniques and special equipment: + NMH Surgery Main: 2 years of OR experience for weekend positions.* Experience preferred: + MFH Surgery Main: 2 to 5 years previous inpatient nursing experience and previous surgical experience. + MJE Surgery Main: Previous surgical experience. + MJE Behavioral Health Psych IP: 1 year hospital experience. + NMH IV Team: Venipuncture experience.* Current valid Nebraska Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multistate license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure.* Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.* Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co-workers.* Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.* Ability to learn, retain, and utilize computer skills that are required for department and hospital information system. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bestcare