Registered Nurse - OrthoNeuro Oncology - Full Time - Weekend (Friday/Saturday/Sunday) - Nights

Job Summary Accountable for the delivery of quality care to patients and families according to the individualized needs of the patient. Schedule Full Time Day Shift, 7PM – 7AM. Weekend Position: Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Holiday Rotation. Location Methodist Jennie Edmundson, 933 E. Pierce St., Council Bluffs, IA. Incentives $25,000 Sign‑on bonus Up to $10,000 Tuition reimbursement Shift differentials & others financial incentives Tuition assistance Academic sponsorship with Methodist College Free parking Responsibilities Provides appropriate care specific to the age and population of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the Population Specific Criteria. Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to patient needs and culture. Performs an initial and ongoing assessment to determine the assigned patient’s ongoing nursing care needs. Includes data from the patient/significant other(s) in the assessment as appropriate. Prioritises data collection according to patient’s immediate needs. Uses assessment findings in discharge planning. Develops/reviews/revises and individualises the plan of care to address the patient’s nursing care needs for optimum patient care outcomes. Collaborates with physicians and other clinical disciplines as appropriate. Provides teaching specific to the patient’s health care problem. Care plan reflects continuing care needs and/or referrals for discharge/transfer. Implements interventions that are consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner. Is familiar with, and follows, nursing protocols and standards of care for unit. Uses current knowledge in nursing practice based on standards and research literature. Administers medication without error and utilises critical thinking regarding medication effects on patient. Evaluates patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Monitors outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Evaluates the patient’s capabilities and limits related to nursing and medical interventions. Continually monitors the patient and/or significant other(s) ability to manage care needs after dismissal. Gives a complete verbal or written change of shift report to the oncoming care provider. Includes current care requirements, to include SBAR content, and is familiar with the overall plan of care. Recognises and addresses patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Performs technical skills competently and independently to assure patient safety (autonomy). Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within area specification and time frame. Demonstrates correct and safe technique in the use of equipment according to specific product information and policy and procedure manuals. Follows appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies. Charges accurately for use of supplies and equipment according to policy. Maintains competence in area of experience. Mains a professional behaviour in attitude, demeanor, interactions to achieve organization’s mission. Participates in meetings and/or committees as needed to assist in decisions effecting area/unit or organization. Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities. Initiates action to correct, prevent, and/or minimise risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital employees (e.g., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). Completes appropriate report form for any risk (e.g., incident report, patient concern report, maintenance request). Works within the scope of practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act. Observe appropriate precautions when administering hazardous medications or handling excreta from patients who have received hazardous medications. Follows infection control guidelines and practices. Reviews, delegates and evaluates plans for appropriate utilisation of staff at all levels of practice in accordance with the provision of the State’s Nurse Practice Act and the Professional Standards of Practice. Right task (within scope of practice...). Right person. Right communication. Right feedback: the Reciprocal Process (assess...). Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements. Successful completion of Telemetry Cardiac Rhythm Course under ACE General Medicine and Medical Surgical. NIH Stroke Scale training required within 3 months of hire or upon completion of orientation period. Licensing & Certifications Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) Licence, valid compact multistate licence to work, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Preferred core certification from National Certification Corporation (NCC) within 1 year of eligibility. American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within 6 months of employment. American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within one year of employment. ACLS required within 6 months of hire. Experience No experience necessary. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co‑workers. Ability to multi‑task and prioritise work assignments. Ability to learn, retain, and utilise computer skills required for department and hospital information system. Physical Requirements Weight Demands: Medium. 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%): Fingering/Touching, Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Seeing/Visual, Speaking/talking, Standing, Walking. Job Hazards Not related: Electrical Shock/Static, Non‑Ionising Radiation (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that cause injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means). Rare (1‑33%): Radiation (Alpha, Beta and Gamma particles such as X‑Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife). Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) – occasionally (34‑66%). Hazardous drugs (exposure risks, personal protective equipment required), explosives, chemical agents (toxic, corrosive, flammable, latex), biological agents (primary airborne and bloodborne viruses) – frequent (67‑100%). Mechanical moving parts/vibrations. About Methodist Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. EEO Statement Nebraska Methodist Health System is an affirmative 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