Urology Staff Nurse Position Available In Hinds, Mississippi

Job Description:

Job Description Summary Manages individualized, outcome orientednursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care,treatment and services through the successful coordination andcompletion of a series of processes that include assessment,planning care, providing care, coordinating cross continuum careand assessing outcomes of interventions in accordance with system,departmental and ambulatory policies and procedures. This role provides clinically-based, risk reducing care andcoordination that facilitates the delivery of cost-effectivequality healthcare along the continuum. It directly interfaces withphysicians, care managers, health care teams, patients and theircaregivers to achieve desired patient outcomes. Excellentcommunication skills, both written and verbal, a commitment tocoaching patients on health promoting behaviors, and an ability tolisten and assimilate complex clinical information are required inthe role. The ability to work autonomously and in teams isessential. Participation in quality improvement efforts, researchand evaluation processes related to the management of patient careis integral to the role. Why Join South Shore Health?

• Earn Between 35.01-50.00 an hour per hour, generous shiftdifferentials, and plus, excellent benefits that start first day of hire.

• Career Growth:

  Be a part of a team that services the South ShoreCommunity across various Outpatient offices.

• Offering Medical, Dental, Vision & Retirement.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are those tasks, duties andresponsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing the job’spurpose and objectives. Essential functions are critical orfundamental to the performance of the job. They are the majorfunctions that the person in the job is held accountable for.

Following are the essential functions of the job. 1

• MedicationAdministration a
• Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSHpolicies and procedures for administering and documentingmedications. b
• Completes medication reconciliation processfollowing SSH policy and procedure.
• c•Demonstrates safeprocedures for the safe administration of medication, treatmentsand injection/vaccines 2•Plan of care/Documentation/PatientFamily Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, andcommunicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for eachpatient .

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• Develops, evaluates and updates individualized planfor patient and documents outcomes. b
• Initiates patient outreach,identifies and documents patient/family/significant other needs andmakes appropriate interventions, evaluating outcomes ofinterventions. c
• Continues assessment/reassessment and identifiescare needs within established nursing practice. d
• Documents allpatient care following the department of nursing policy,department-based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines)and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, safety risk, isolation,etc.) e
• Assess/reassesses and documents patient’s response toeach intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological perSouth Shore Health and ambulatory policies and procedures. f
• Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to representpatient/family when they are unable to represent themselves. g
• Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeksavailable resources to help formulate and understand ethicaldecisions. h
• Actively communicates and collaborates with healthteam members: primary care, specialty care, and ancillary providersand departments. i
• Facilitates care across the continuum toinsure patient needs are met in the right setting and at the righttime. 3
• Safety/Quality
• Foster’s a “Culture of Safety” throughpersonal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a
• Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to thestart of any procedure, including “time out”, administration ofcare, medications, labeled specimen’s and documents confirming thecorrect patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent. b
• Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines throughproper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makesappropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times andappropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awarenessof MSDS sheets and how to access. c
• Ensures environment meetsregulatory requirements at all times. d
• Understands and is ableto demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the eventof ambulatory codes/emergency preparedness. 4

• ProfessionalDevelopment:

  Assumes overall responsibility for own professionaldevelopment by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research,and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoingnursing practice. a

• Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year inarea of practice ad obtains proper certification/education tosafely and effectively care for the patient population. b
• Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act.

Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned. c

• Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately tofeedback and recommendations for change. d
• Demonstratesprofessional working relationships with colleagues from alldisciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace. e

• Critical Thinking:

  analyzes causes of problems, identifies andevaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution,and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain ofcommand.

• f•Accountable for being informed about changes inhospital policy and procedure.

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• Technology:

  Utilizestechnological solutions to work processes and practices. a

• Accesses Outlook, Epic, HealthStream and Workday to review email,learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role. b
• Utilizes software applications required by health system, nursingand department standards. c
• Accountable to understand how tooperate in downtime. 6
• Compliance a
• Works within legal,regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position. b
• Complies with applicable policies and procedures. c
• Safeguardsthe privacy and security of patient information. The employeecompiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy andsecurity programs. d
• Brings potential compliance issues throughchain of command. e
• Complies with the mandatory educationrequirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs. 7
• Patient and Family Centered Care a
• Conveys respect for values,preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family. b
• Recognizes the patient and family according to patient preferences,as important members of the health care team. c
• Collaborates withthe patient and family according to patient preferences, inplanning, implementing, and evaluating care. d
• Welcomes thepresence and participation of family members at all times accordingto patient preferences 8
• Age & Culture a
• Possesses age andcultural knowledge and awareness. b
• Considers the individualneeds of each person with whom they interact. c
• Interacts withsensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populationsas needed. d
• Effectively utilizes resources to providecare/services
• such as, interpreter services and on-line sources.9
• Technology and Learning a
• Participates in continued learningand possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize newtechnology and procedures that continue to develop in their roleand throughout the organization. b
• Embraces technologicaladvances that allow us to communicate information effectively andefficiently based on role.

UNIT / DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB

FUNCTIONSDepartment Specific functions are those tasks, duties andresponsibilities that are specific to the performance of the jobwithin a certain unit(s). Following are unit specific functions ofthe job, along with the corresponding performance standards. 1

• Demonstrates the ability to care to patients receiving urologiccare in the ambulatory setting according to SSH policy andprocedure. 2
• Complete all specialty based competencies forurology care and oncology care prior to deadlines.

3-Functions inthe role of charge or resource as assigned by the nursesupervisor/leader. 4-Consistently abides by SSH infection controlprocedures including hand hygiene and sterile technique. 5-Attendsclinic/department based staff meetings and employee forums.6-Participates in at least one specialty based initiative,committee, or hospital committee. And

• Communicates informationfrom unit based initiative, committee, or hospital committee atmonthly staff meetings. 7-Takes steps towards professionaldevelopment and certification in the care of specialty practicepatients. 8-Maintains a clean working environment. 10
• Demonstrates as part of daily work experience the Aspects of Caringincluding but not limited to accountability and respect to ourpatients and colleagues. 11
• Demonstrates professional workingrelationships with colleagues to promote a positive/encouragingworkplace. 12
• Consistently advocates for, facilitates, andimplements principles of positive patient experience includingcaring, kindness and service. 13
• Communicates plan of care topatient and family.

Goals are:

a. Keep the patient and familyinformed, b. Provide information to patient and family aboutcondition / treatment, c. Include the patient/family in care plandecisions d. Communicate to patients and families in terminologythey can understand. 14

• Safely and effectively triage patients bytelephone or in person via a thorough systematicassessment/following triage protocols and timely documentation inthe EHR. 15
• Conduct Nurse Visits with patients who needtreatments/injections, catheter changes, or oncologic treatments.16-Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness andability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures thatcontinue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.17-Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act
• 18•Directs licensed and non-licensed personnel as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General Activity

• FrequentStanding/Walking/Sitting Required, No Driving Motion
• FrequentActivity Required-pushing, pulling, lifting, bending to assistpatients Motor Skills
• Use of hands required, Use of feet requiredWeight/Force
• Heavy lifting required (> 50 lbs) Body FluidExposure
• Yes