A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
0007KY Lincoln-Madonna Main Campus Long Term Care Support (Float) Staff Part Time - Night Job Description Are you a difference maker with the heart and commitment to provide world-class patient care? Do you want to be part of a team of the most talented caregivers and clinicians in the healthcare industry? If so, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals invites you to join us in our mission to provide groundbreaking rehabilitation care that provides our patients with the hope of being made whole. At Madonna, you will experience heartfelt hospitality with unmatched innovation and education. We believe in equipping you for excellence and investing in your success, both inside and outside of work. While you are providing patients with life-changing care, you will be rewarded with competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefit packet, a generous paid time off plan, and wellness offerings as part of Madonna's commitment to your wellbeing. Our culture is based on the core values of C ollaboration, H ospitality, R espect, I nnovation, S tewardship, and T eaching. If you are looking for purpose-driven work guided by these values, find your career at Madonna!
POSITION
RN, 24 hours per week, 7p-7a with rotating weekends & holidays $5,000 Sign On Bonus
RESPONSIBILITIES
: Oversees direct patient care through assessment, intervention and administration of care Compile, compare and record patient care information Delivers direct patient care or appropriate delegates to other team members Attend shift report at beginning and end of each shift to ensure good communication between nursing members Collaborates with clinical services team Communicates effectively with physicians, families and patient
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong commitment & dedication to Madonna and the patients we serve Friendly, caring and professional demeanor to achieve an excellent patient/customer experience for individuals going through difficult experiences Excellent communication and time management skills Want to make a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients and their families
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
: Active RN license in state of Nebraska CPR certification One year clinical experience preferred Madonna provides a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. Discrimination or harassment on the basis of a current or potential employee's race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, national origin, pregnancy, receipt of public assistance, marital status, Vietnam era veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class specified under applicable local, state, or federal law is expressly prohibited.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title :
RN Staff-Night Job Code :
100068
Status:
Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT FUNCTION/JOB OVERVIEW
Responsible for using clinical data and various assessment tools to plan, coordinate, provide clinical care and evaluate results of interventions, using a holistic approach for optimal quality. Delivers direct patient care or appropriate delegates to other team members, and manages a group of patients as assigned. Administers prescribed medications and treatments within scope of practice. Assesses, re-assesses, and documents patient condition and progress towards goals, reports changes to appropriate team members. Work will be performed in an ethical and legal manner following organizational policies, processes, protocols and procedures. Responsible for quality service delivery and internal/external customer relations for Madonna as a whole, including upholding the mission and values for the department and facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(INFORMATION) Compile, compare, and record patient assessments, patient cares, medications and treatments for documentation of assessments and cares rendered. Coordinate, compile, analyze and record patient care information to establish and evaluate patients' progress toward goals and the nursing plan of care. Instruct patient and family by explanation, demonstration and supervised practice to assist patient to be as independent as possible. Directly provide, or appropriately delegate, cares, vital signs, treatments and medications as prescribed. Utilize individual job descriptions, programs, policies and procedures to ensure quality care delivery. Administer medications as ordered, collaborate with Pharmacy to ensure adequate supplies and documents patient response to medication regimen as appropriate. Submit billable supply charges to ensure accuracy on patient's accounts. Apply current research and evidence to expand knowledge. (PEOPLE) Mentor patients and their loved ones/families to inform them of patients progress and to provide them emotional support and education as necessary to build towards discharge. Instruct, train, and acclimate new employees to department policies and procedures. Interact with physicians/providers and discuss clinical issues for safe patient care. Discern between significant and insignificant clinical changes in patient status and respond appropriately. Develop rapport with patients and their families/loved ones by proactive rounding, answering call lights in a timely manner, and keeping patient information boards updated. Communicates regularly and succinctly with supervisor, physician/provider (if necessary), and other team members regarding patient's condition, response to medications, concerns, and patient goals to ensure quality service delivery. Provide supervision and delegation for LPN, unlicensed personnel students and nurse residents. Engage with clinical leadership to provide a safe and therapeutic environment. Take initiative to participate in unit-based and organization responsibilities. Follow instruction from supervisor to perform other functions as assigned in order to achieve the goals within the department and/or system. (THINGS) Maintain a clean, organized and safe environment. Handle and operate all necessary equipment safely following recommended instructions and use. Perform required duties according to established safety standards to maintain compliance with regulations and prevent injury. Medical devices must be kept clean, accessible and in working order. These devices may include, but are not limited to: stethoscope/sphygmomanometer blood glucose monitor thermometer feeding pump suction O2 ventilator telephone paging system IV infusion pump beds, wheelchairs, stretchers trauma tub digital wheelchair scale and bed scale safe patient handling equipment such as ceiling lift, standing lift, mechanical lift, portable and stationary vital sign monitor WOWs bladder scanner Direct reordering and stocking of supplies and medications. Moving furniture and equipment within the 35 pound weight restriction for safe patient handling. Seek appropriate assistance as necessary to prevent injury.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Medium work with frequent lifting. Manual patient transfer or reposition which does not exceed the equivalent of 35 pounds of force to lift, push or pull. Requires sufficient strength to produce 50 pounds of force to push a wheelchair with a 300-pound individual on level surfaces. Constant walking with maximum duration of up 30 minutes sustained walking on tile, carpet and other surfaces. Frequent standing with sustained periods of up to 1 hour on tile, carpet, and shower surfaces. Frequent sitting with sustained periods of up to 1 hour. Frequent reaching with both arms at low, waist, and high levels. Frequent grasping of both hands for transfers and repositioning requiring normal grip strength based on national averages. Frequent stooping, bending, and twisting are required for patient care. Constant near visual acuity to evaluate and monitor patients. Ordinary hearing and speaking skills. May be exposed to biohazardous materials.
QUALIFICATIONS
(Education/training and/or Experience) Must possess and maintain current Nebraska R.N. licensure. Current Module C CPR certification required. Ability to provide leadership required. Two years clinical experience preferred. Background checking is conducted on applicants for this position with the agencies as required by Nebraska State regulations, in addition to any other agencies as determined by Madonna. Applicants must sign authorization forms (when required by the agency) to release information to Madonna. Requirements The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.
