Registered Nurse PD

Clinical NurseUnder the direction of the Nursing Director, for an assigned shift, plan, delegate and direct comprehensive nursing care by assigning, instructing, and leading a team of professional and/or ancillary staff. Possesses the qualifications of the Clinical II nurse along with duties and responsibilities. Performs other duties as designated by the Nursing Director, and serves as a clinical resource.Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.Responsibilities:Assigns, coordinates, and monitors work of unit personnel to ensure patients receive necessary quantity and quality of care, and that daily objectives are met.Does high level of patient assessment and ensures that plan of care and competent staff are assigned appropriately.Provides Nursing Director and/or designee with report on all critically ill patients, or unusual events.Enhances productivity by assessing daily workload and capabilities of individuals, and utilizes personnel efficiently.Adjusts staff assignments for unscheduled staff absences or special needs.Arranges for staff replacement and overtime authorization to meet unexpected or unusual demands of volume or case acuity as requested.Demonstrates competency in the key functions of the Registered Nurse Clinical II position description.Develops and maintains open and effective communication with nursing staff, physicians and other care providers on the unit and builds and maintains constructive relationships throughout the hospital.Collaborates with Nursing Director for effective scheduling of staff on assigned shift.Reports to Nursing Director on attendance and punctuality.Provides input for performance evaluations.Reports on-line occurrence reports requiring immediate attention to Nursing Director and/or Administrative Coordinator.Consults with Nursing Directors and/or Administrative Coordinator on unusual or difficult technical, personnel and administrative problems.Minimum Qualifications:Graduate from a school of nursing and licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Minimum of 6 months to one-year experience in an acute health care setting.Current CPR Certification.Current ACLS certification or must obtain within first six months of employment. (BHU and Rehab Nursing exempt from ACLS)Pay Range:$35.70-$71.40EEO Statement:Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.Location:Brown Health Medical Group - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903Work Type:M-FWork Shift:DayDaily Hours:Per Diem - As requiredDriving Required:No