Registered Nurse-Hospital-Part Time (2-12's / week)

Your Future Starts Here! Are you motivated to do your best work? Do you want to connect with others who are embracing their professional potential? Then join our teams at Southeast Colorado Hospital District. Southeast Colorado Hospital District is on the rolling plains of Springfield, Colorado. Our mission is to focus on the well-being of people in our service area through programs designed to achieve and sustain a state of good health by providing a wide-ranging healthcare system. We offer a comprehensive benefit package as well as ample paid leave. If you want to become part of this growing organization and know you can make a difference where respect, compassion, quality, collaboration and empathy are our values, then we would love to talk about your future!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process. In the Emergency Room is responsible for identifying patient needs and priorities for care through assessment, planning for and delegating care based on patient needs, executing Provider interventions, and evaluating the patient's response to care and progress towards outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assess the patient’s physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. Develop a plan of patient care reflecting significant nursing diagnosis and interventions to achieve desired patient outcomes, involving the patient/family and healthcare team in this process. Implement the patient plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team. Evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care, and readiness for discharge. Revise as needed and make referrals when indicated. Complete required documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Utilize manual and automated information systems to improve efficiency and effect productivity. Demonstrate a current working knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, and medications. Adhere to the standards, policies, procedures, and goals of the Hospital District. Act as a liaison in coordinating patient care activities with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals. Communicate patient’s plan of care and significant changes to all members of the interdisciplinary team and to the patient, family, and significant others. Participate in and support performance improvement and risk management activities. Provide education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient, family, staff members and students. Demonstrate cost effectiveness by using supplies judiciously, anticipating needs for special supplies and equipment, and making recommendations for change. Complete required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, and other hazardous substances. Attends meetings and in-service sessions, as directed. Requires regular attendance and punctuality. Performs other assigned duties. Emergency Room Coverage Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Initiate assessments based on the patient's presenting problems or needs, the physician's medical diagnosis in a timely manner. Collects key information from patient, family, laboratory, and other medical reports. Implements T-System and documents assessment, including nursing diagnoses or other clinical judgments. Completes ongoing assessments as determined by patient condition. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as ordered by the Provider consistent with primary and population-specific standards of care and practice.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Registered Nurse License in good standing with the State of Colorado. BLS. ACLS, TNCC and PALS certifications required within six months of hire. Preferred Qualifications: One year of experience as an RN is highly preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be able to demonstrate a knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures for a wide variety of hospital district equipment, utilities, and building problems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be able to work efficiently both independently and collaboratively with teams and leadership while demonstrating a high level of integrity, sound judgment, and attention to detail. This role requires professionalism in all interactions with employees, patients, and the public, along with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all SECHD, state, and federal policies and regulations. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with a professional and compassionate demeanor. Computer proficiency and the ability to learn new software systems are required. Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations, including Laboratory and CLIA requirements, is preferred. Dependability, initiative, and the ability to see tasks through to completion are critical, as is a commitment to safety, quality, and working under stressful conditions and/or irregular hours. ADAAA Accommodations: Southeast Colorado Hospital District is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided with reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Tara Silvey at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Non-Discrimination Statement: Southeast Colorado Hospital District believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Southeast Colorado Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status as required by law. Inquiries may be directed to: Human Resources Director, Southeast Colorado Hospital District, 373 10th Avenue, Springfield, CO 81073, or View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southeast Colorado Hospital