Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical - Full Time - Nights

Overview Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued. Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Note: This description contains the job summary and responsibilities for the advertised position. Location & Schedule Location: Methodist Jennie Edmundson — 933 E. Pierce St., Council Bluffs, IA Work Schedule: Night Shift, 7p-7a Incentives Up to $25,000 Sign-on bonus Tuition reimbursement Shift differentials & other financial incentives Tuition assistance Academic sponsorship with Methodist College Free parking Responsibilities Provides appropriate care specific to the age and population of the customer/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 customer/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. Prioritizes data collection according to patient's immediate needs. Uses assessment findings in discharge planning. Develops/reviews/revises and individualizes 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 their unit. Uses current knowledge in nursing practice based on standards and research literature. Administers medication without error and utilizes 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/or limitations 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, including current care requirements and SBAR content, and is familiar with the overall plan of care. Recognizes and addresses patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Performs technical skills competently and independently to assure patient safety. Demonstrates correct and safe technique in the use of equipment according to policy. 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. Maintains professional behavior and participates in meetings/committees as needed to assist in decisions affecting area/unit or organization. Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities. Initiates action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk to the patient, family or hospital employees. Completes appropriate report forms for any risk. Works within the scope of practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act. Observes infection control guidelines and practices. Follows precautions when administering hazardous medications or handling excreta from patients who have received hazardous medications. Reviews, delegates and evaluates plans for appropriate utilization of staff at all levels of practice in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and Professional Standards of Practice. Applies Right Task, Right Person, Right Communication, and Right Feedback principles as appropriate. Qualifications 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. NIH Stroke Scale training required within 3 months of hire or upon completion of orientation period. Experience No experience necessary. Licenses & Certifications Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multi-state license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Maintain American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within one year of employment. ACLS required within 6 months of hire. Maintain American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of employment. Core certification related to area of specialty from NCC or ANCC preferred within 1 year of eligibility. Skills/Abilities Strong interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, and ability to learn and use hospital information systems. Physical requirements include various activities and weight handling as described in the original posting. About Methodist & Equal Opportunity 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. Note At Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and the people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. If you join our organization, you will have the opportunity to excel in your field, use the latest technologies, learn from the best and work as a team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference through The Meaning of Care. #J-18808-Ljbffr