RN

Resource Pool Registered NurseThe Resource Pool Registered Nurse demonstrates thorough knowledge, while providing patient nursing care through clinical assessment, outcomes identification, planning, and implementation in accordance with SRHS policies and procedures. Serves as a patient advocate and resource to all nursing associates. The Resource Pool Registered Nurse performs all job-related responsibilities in a safe manner while collaborating with healthcare team members.Education:Graduate of an approved school of nursing.Experience:Years of Experience required are dependent upon RP Level.License/Registration/Certifications:Current R.N. licensure in the state of South CarolinaBLSACLS, PALS/ENPC, NIHSS (depending on patient assignment)Resource Pool RN Levels:Entry Level: New Graduate (Non-Critical Care) 1271Acute-Care Facility onlyFull-timeAssigned based on daily staffing needsAbility to advance to Level 1 after one year following validation of competenciesLevel 1 (5744)Minimum one year experienceMed-surg/Telemetry or Critical CareAssigned based on daily staffing needsFacility Specific requiredSecond Facility optionalLevel 2 (5745)Minimum one year experienceMed-surg/Telemetry or Critical CareAllocated to facility and unit at least one week in advanceMinimum of 3 facilitiesCompletion of systemwide competenciesLevel 3 (5746)Minimum two years' experienceMed-surg/Telemetry and/or Critical CareFull-timeAssigned to facility and unit for average of 12-16 weeksRequired to function as Charge Nurse and Preceptor when neededRequired to work at all facilitiesCompletion of systemwide competenciesCore Job Responsibilities:Collaborates with patients, families, and other members of the health care team to determine patient priorities and treatmentsInitiates and facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance outcomesSeeks necessary assistance in completing nursing interventions to assure positive patient outcomesParticipates in hourly rounding and bedside shift reportResponsible for demonstrating competencies for all new equipment and procedures.Provides clinical guidance to students and ancillary staffSuccessfully completes hospital and unit-based orientation programsFormulates a plan for professional growthEnsures compliance with all clinical expectations regarding regulatory requirementsIdentifies appropriate standards of care, and/or collaborative clinical pathways to guide the plan of careComplies with established policies and proceduresIdentifies the need to develop or revise policies and procedures pertaining to specialized patient populations and/or unit and hospital-based practicesPrioritizes nursing interventions for an assigned group of patientsAssesses assigned patients' medical history, admitting diagnosis and physician's orders, obtaining nursing history, performing physical assessment, evaluating diagnostic data, and interviewing patient and family to determine patient needsDemonstrates knowledge of professional nursing practice and theory.Assures continuity of care through effective decision making resulting in quality patient careDocuments all aspects of patient care by following established charting procedure to show the patient's progress or any change in the patient's conditionOther Duties as assigned