STAFF NURSE UNION, RN - PAIN MANAGEMENT

Aultman Registered Nurse (RN)

The Aultman Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional nurse that provides direct, primary nursing care to patients/residents. The RN delegates and coordinates patient care, based upon a documented assessment of the patient#s/resident#s needs. The RN supervises the care provided by individuals such as licensed practical nurses, patient care technicians/state tested nursing assistants/nurse aides, medical assistants, and etc., if applicable. Provides quality, compassionate care to the chronic pain management patient.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.

Current, active licensure as a Registered Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.

Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.

Certification preferred for RNs meeting applicable certification eligibility requirements.

Membership in professional nursing organization preferred.

ACLS certification within 6 months of employment.

Demonstrate commitment to the delivery of ethical nursing practice, as defined by the ANA Code of Ethics.

Demonstrate ability to deliver evidence-based nursing care according to national and specialty practice guidelines and current nursing research.

Demonstrates ability to practice and collaborate with other disciplines.

Experience with insurance, billing and authorization, preferred.

Experience in chronic pain management, preferred.

Joins and maintains membership in the Ohio Nurses Association and the Alliance Local Unit of the Ohio Nurses Association within 31 days of employment.

Skills

Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.

Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills.

Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.

Demonstrates effective communication.

Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.

Department Skills

Excellent customer service skills.

Self-motivated.

Adaptability to changing work environment or needs.

Management and access to pain pumps.

IV insertion, maintenance and medication administration as needed.

Responsibilities

RN applies the nursing process of assessment, planning interventions, accurately implements and/or delegates patient care, evaluates that care, and accurately communicates patient information in a timely manner.

RN is a patient/resident advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort and satisfaction.

Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.

Demonstrates quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.

Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice.

Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.

Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.

Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and students.

Integrates research findings into practice.

Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.

Serves as a member of Aultman#s health care team that provides quality care to patients.

Reports to Charge Nurse, Director Pain Management.

Collaborates with providers and other members of the health care team.

Participates in patient admission process- vital signs, assessment of pain, patient#s medical/surgical history, medication reconciliation.

Perform tests/procedures as ordered by provider. Prepares patient for procedure. Assists provider during procedure. Maintain proper identification, procedural site and allergies of the procedure patient. Ensures appropriate documentation is completed for procedure.

Facilitate patient discharge # education as needed, schedule follow up appointment, ensure orders are completed.

Manage clinical data # ensure all tests results received in the EMR, maintain patient records, documentation of phone calls.

Maintain clinical area # keep work area and equipment clean and orderly, restock as needed, check supplies for outdates.

Assist with general office duties- answer phones and route accordingly, medical record compilation and filing, open/close office as needed, registration, check-in, insurance eligibility, co-pay collection.

Perform other duties commensurate with skills and training as assigned.

Respond appropriately to emergency situations.

Responsible for checking emails.

Practices ethical conduct.

Maintains Aultman standards of confidentiality, including HIPPA privacy guidelines.

Always comply with policies and procedures.

Meets acceptable attendance and punctuality expectations.

Adhere to infection control policies and procedures.

Notify providers of abnormal test results or complications that arise with patient#s care.

Participates in continuing education and professional growth.

Serves on committees as assigned by Director.

Assists in writing policy and procedures for department.

Oversees case management of chronic pain patient.

Collaborates with Director regarding scheduling for patients/staff/providers.

Assist with endoscopy registration/check in on pain procedure day as needed.

Health Caring Standards / Values: Greet customers, visitors, and Colleagues immediately with a smile, warm greeting, and introduction, calling them by name if possible. Exceed the expected and anticipate the unexpected by asking, #Is there anything else I or a fellow Colleague can do for you?#. Always provide a comforting, timely, caring departure or discharge, and always say thanks for allowing us to serve. Integrity, openness and fairness in all you do. Teamwork. Pride in the Department. Individual creativity and Innovation. Compassion and caring. Maintain department and hospital standards and policies.

Working Conditions

Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage.

Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the unit/department based upon volume and acuity.

Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs.

Cross training depending upon department needs.

Day shift, variable hours between 6:30am-5:15pm. Shifts are variable to volume of department.

No weekends or holidays. Rotation as needed.

Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day.

Hazardous Exposure Category Category I - Includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for spills or splashes of, or mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.