Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

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Summary:

• Assist with all aspects of delivery of care for patients including assisting physicians, patient assessments and monitoring, patient education, triage nursing and operation of equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, document, coordinate, and manage patient care according to department and hospital standards and giving consideration to age-specific accommodations. Maintain a computerized, evolving plan of care based on nursing assessment, the medical plan of care and patient need. The plan is initiated according to department standards. Provide patient care, which demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of normal physiology and disease pathophysiology, appropriate nursing and medical interventions and a knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan. Implement patient post care based on evidence-based practice. Document patient response to treatment and effectiveness of care. Ensure appropriate completion of chart and other documentation, including transcription and implementation of physician orders, and computer entry. Ensure that no unapproved abbreviations are used when documenting on patient's medical record. In collaboration with the physicians able to intervene as appropriate to prevent complications. Demonstrate initiative and self-direction in completion of assigned responsibilities in accordance with department needs. Perform selected therapeutic interventions and diagnostic procedures according to department standards as ordered to include but not limited to: medication administration, shift refrigerator& code cart check to be completed at beginning of shift, 2 patient identifiers will be utilized before performing these interventions and/or procedures. Assist patients physically by providing physical support through pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching, turning, kneeling, standing, sitting and balancing, and psychologically by providing emotional intervention. Demonstrate ability to perform with clinical proficiency in crises and medical emergencies. Communicate and collaborate with patients, physicians, family members, and other health care disciplines in order to achieve excellence in patient care. Utilize effective interpersonal skills including interaction with staff through understanding, talking, hearing, seeing and listening. Involve patient/significant other in all aspects of the plan of care, serving as advocate when necessary. Consistently and continuously communicate, consult and share pertinent information regarding changes in patient status and patient care. Use interpersonal communication techniques that show a willingness to accept and give constructive feedback for the purpose of promoting professional excellence. Demonstrate leadership skills in team building and interpersonal relationships to create a cohesive and productive environment. Promote patient safety through adherence to protocols, policies, procedures, evidence-based guidelines and AAAHC Patient Safety Goals. Analyze data and respond to unusual/undesirable clinical status by taking appropriate action in a timely manner. Safely administer medications and treatments as ordered according to Center policy and formulary using the appropriate principles of safe medication administration, 2 patient identifiers. Safely handle various types of drugs and body fluids using knowledge of appropriate standard precautions. Demonstrate appropriate hand-washing techniques to ensure proper infection controls and follow universal precautions. Actively participate in and support departmental and organizational quality initiatives and goals. Identify professional goals, which reflect own strengths and weaknesses and seek assistance for improvement of performance. Attend and participate in meetings according to department standards. Support and participate in department, hospital, and evidence-based care quality initiatives, including core measures. Maintain clinical competency according to unit-specific standards. Demonstrate competency in maintaining specific technological skills required by job category and/or specialty area. Recognize legal responsibilities and functions within limitations as specified by the Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act.