Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Night Shift RN, 7 : 00PM-7 : 30AM
JOB FUNCTION : Responsible for the planning, executing, directing and evaluating direct and indirect nursing care given to the post-surgical patient. The responsibility includes the preparation, assembly and organization of the environment, equipment and supplies necessary to perform the activities for the recovery of the post-surgical patient.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS :
- Supervised by : Inpatient Clinical Manager.
- Employees supervised : Certified Nurse Assistant and Unit Clerk
- Interrelationships : Works closely with patients, families, physicians and their staff, staff within the Inpatient department as well as staff from other departments in the facility.
- Independent Action : Fully dependent upon policies, procedures and directives of Inpatient Clinical Manager and / or physician orders.
PAY RANGE :
Hourly position-Non-Exempt Position
Commensurate with Education and Experience
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient safety is number one priority. Ability to respond to emergent situations by performing ACLS protocol when required.Contributes to and maintains a positive customer service experience for patients, physicians and staff.Responds in a timely manner (within 15 minutes) to Post-OP request to receive report, so as to assure efficient movement of patientsReceives patients from Post-OP area, assesses patient’s condition on admission.Closely observes and monitors the medicated post-op patient, by taking vital signs, SaO2, and Co2 monitoring.Able to competently provide care to post-surgical patients until dismissal.Monitors patient’s post-operative progress and documents it in the medical record per policy.Monitors patient pain levels and medicates appropriately. Contacts physician with pain control issues. Reassess pain medication effectiveness within appropriate time of administration. Documents reassessment on the eMAR.Able to demonstrate competency using computer charting.Completes medication verification on each patient.Knowledgeable of frequently administered medications and possible side effects. Communicates pertinent medication information to patients.Communicates problems or concerns about patient to appropriate staff or physician.Meets or exceeds standards when performing nursing duties.Provides education on home care and gives written discharge instruction to patient and family.Instructs patient / family on post-anesthesia side effects.Able to setup and operate SCDs, foot pumps, and other applicable equipment for assigned department.Able to perform 12 lead EKG.Maintains BLS and ACLS or ALS certification. Updates nursing licensure in a timely manner.Maintains i-STAT competency; follows laboratory procedures for testing and reporting; adheres to laboratory QC, calibrations and maintenance procedures; follows procedures when test systems are not within acceptable limits; able to identify problems and know procedures to follow to correct the problems; documents all corrective actions.Completes education in a timely manner and ensures understanding of new material, including assignments in Healthstreams and PowerDMS.Maintains crash cart (knows location of cart, able to turn on Defibrillator, familiar with medications cart, and able to connect patient to 3 lead cardiac monitor).Attends staff meetings and participates to improve unit safety and processes.Complete documentation of nursing care and interventions, including nursing care plans on each patient.Assists with restocking assigned areas as needed.Follow the Standards of Conduct outlined in the employee handbook as well as the Behavior Standards.Comply with the Corporate Responsibility program, adhering to all applicable laws and regulations.Completes all mandatory training / in-services and certification requirements.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements : JOB QUALIFICATIONS :
Education : Must be a graduate of an accredited school of registered nursing. Must maintain current RN license with the State of Kansas. Current BLS certification required. ALS certification required, but will allow 6 months to obtain.Job Knowledge / Skills : Verbal and written communication skills are required. Ability to deal with stress is a necessity in dealing with subordinates, employees, physicians, their office staff, and vendors.Experience : One year critical care hospital experience, preferably in a surgical care setting.Physical Demands : Requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach. Often required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must regularly lift and / or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required to include : close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment : Must be able to walk or stand for hours during job performance. May be exposed to communicable diseases and radiation.Handling of Confidential Data : Handles confidential data professionally according to hospital policy and procedures.