Foster Care Nurse (RN)- Part Time

Lukes Medical Center - Vince Lombardi Clinic: Part time

0.7 FTE infusion RN. No evening weekends or holidays.

Engages in unit councils professional governance and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Utilizes the nursing process to assess plan diagnose implement and evaluate nursing care engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
Monitors patient conditions adjusts care plans mobilizes resources and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Continuously evaluates patient team and unit outcomes taking action as needed.
May administer medications treatments and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
Demonstrates effective communication feedback and conflict resolution fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making respects interdisciplinary roles and contributes to integrated unbiased patient care.
Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses Licensed Practical Nurses and unlicensed assistive personnel (i.e. nurse aides credentialed medical assistants etc.).
May be required to float to other units departments care areas or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the departments policies and procedures. Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Certification / Registration / License
Additional education training certifications or experience may be required based on specialty.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services

Note : Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing understanding and practicing in compliance with the laws rules regulations andstandards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.

Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.

Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g. E-mail electronic records digital platforms etc.) clinical aviation maintenance communications and administrative departments.

Must be able to sit stand walk lift squat bend reach above shoulders and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients medical equipment and supplies.
May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

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Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training
Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
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