Nurse - care - night - nursing

Registered Nurse - FT - Nights 3:3 - ECMO - 21105
DHR Health - US:TX:Edinburg - Nights - 3x3
Summary:
Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsible for directing and coordinating all nursing care for departmental specific patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Utilizes knowledge of patient's age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.

POSITION EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS:

~ Graduate of accredited school of nursing required (BSN preferred) Current registered nurse's license in the State of Texas required. Current BLS certification required ACLS certification required 2-5 years ICU clinical experience ECMO experience preferred Completion of or eligibility for national ECMO certification within 1 year of meeting required hours. Sensitivity to cultural and language differences Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to read, write and speak English Spanish proficiency preferred Ability to practice nursing as described by the following definition by the American Nurses Association (2016): "the essential core of practice for the registered nurse to deliver holistic, patient-focused care." Ability to utilize the best nursing process in the provision of nursing care including but not limited to administering treatments and medications, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating a plan of care, collaborating with other health care providers and providing education to patients and/or significant others. The successful candidate will be required to pass competencies for this position. Critical thinking skills Proficient in handling and troubleshooting patient monitoring equipment Proficient with computer documentation systems Effective communicator

JOB KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

~ Ability to practice nursing as described by the following definition by the American Nurses Association (2016): "the essential core of practice for the registered nurse to deliver holistic, patient-focused care." Ability to utilize the best nursing process in the provision of nursing care including but not limited to administering treatments and medications, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating a plan of care, collaborating with other health care providers and providing education to patients and/or significant others. The successful candidate will be required to pass competencies for this position.

Responsibilities:
~ Ability to practice nursing as described by the following definition by the American Nurses Association (2016): "the essential core of practice for the registered nurse to deliver holistic, patient-focused care." Ability to utilize the best nursing process in the provision of nursing care including but not limited to administering treatments and medications, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating a plan of care, collaborating with other health care providers and providing education to patients and/or significant others. The successful candidate will be required to pass competencies for this position. Critical thinking skills Proficient in handling and troubleshooting patient monitoring equipment Proficient with computer documentation systems Effective communicator

Standard I: Quality of Care
The nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
Standard II: Performance Appraisal
The nurse evaluates his/her own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and relevant statues and regulations.
Standard III: Education
The nurse acquires and maintains current knowledge in nursing practice.
Standard IV: Collegiality
The nurse contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others.
Standard V: Ethics
The nurse's decisions and actions on behalf of patients are determined in an ethical manner.
Standard VI: Collaboration
The nurse collaborates with the patient, significant other, and health care providers in providing patient care.
Standard VII: Research
The nurse uses research findings in practice.
Standard VIII: Resource Utilization
The nurse considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost in planning and delivering patient care.
Standard IX: Practice Environment
The nurse contributes to the environment of care delivery within the practice settings.
Standard X: Accountability
The nurse is professionally and legally accountable for his/her practice. The professional registered nurse may delegate to and supervise qualified personnel who provide patient care.
Builds a positive work environment by guiding employees to support the mission of the hospital, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging teamwork.

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