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.
NMC is currently recruiting a Med Surg RN, in the Progressive Care Unit. The position is per diem (varied 12 hours shifts, 7p-7:30a and/or 7a-7:30p and weekends as needed). Northwestern Medical Center's mission is to provide exceptional health care to our community. Join our high reliability team! With "people" as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being. Pay Range $36.0000 to $57.5400 USD Med Surg Registered Nurse
JOB SUMMARY
The RN plans and implements nursing care for patients in the Med Surg Unit, according to established policies and procedures while performing direct patient care for patients of all age groups and under a wide variety of circumstances.
PRE-REQUISITES
Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the
State of Vermont Experience:
At least one year of clinical experience preferred
Certifications Required:
BLS, ACLS
required
RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To:
Nurse Manager & Director of PCU Other Contacts:
Shift administrator, physicians, patients, families, visitors, public, forensic staff, hospital staff, and other healthcare practitioners
SCOPE:
Machinery or Equipment Used:
Patient monitoring devices, cast removal saw, IV pumps, patient transport devices, needles/syringes, computer, basic office equipment, and other patient care equipment
Physical Demands:
Occasional sitting, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, crouching, overhead reaching, and awkward positions. Frequent twisting, bending, squatting, stooping, reaching and pushing/pulling. Constant standing and walking
Working Conditions:
Exposure to crisis situations and unpleasant elements of acute traumatic injuries, accidents and illness. Frequently exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases. Exposed to hazards from electrical equipment. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and stress/pressure due to multiple patient needs
Required Protective Equipment:
All Personal Protective Equipment and situation and patient condition dictates
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Incorporates appropriate assessment and intervention skills in all interactions and delivery of nursing care including : Safety & protection Assessment Intervention Skills Evaluation Equipment use and management 2. Communicates with patients, team members, and management in an accurate and timely manner evidenced by: Talks with and listens to patients/team members Reports pertinent, concise information with applicable follow-up Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation/order entry Protects confidentiality of patient/colleagues 3. Applies critical thinking skills and utilizes best practices and current research. Organizes multitask workload Prioritizes and customizes patient plan of care Appropriately seeks assistance Collects/integrates data from patient and/or multiple sources Organizes/delivers care for multiple patient assignment 4. Develops and maintain human care relationships. Adapts care management for diverse populations and environment Advocates for needs of patients and/or families Provides care in ethical and legal manner Refers concerns/issues to appropriate resources Collaborates with all members of the multidisciplinary care team Demonstrates a therapeutic relationship for patients well being 5. Manages self and resources effectively. Acknowledges and adheres to limits of experience and capability Identifies learning needs and seeks resources Utilizes equipment and supplies appropriately Maintain clean, orderly environment of care Ensures noise and traffic control in "sensitive areas" Seeks out and accepts feedback Requests assistance appropriately 6. Applies leadership skills. Appropriately utilizes scope of practice for self and others Interacts with others in professional manner Manages conflict Delegates and assigns care Coordinates care within multi-disciplinary team Maintains professional conversation/conduct in environment of care 7. Incorporates teaching in delivery of care with a focus on health promotion by: Provides appropriate information to patient Assesses for barriers to learning Uses colleagues as a learning resource Provides counseling about health behaviors Supports the preceptorship program, students and job shadow experiences 8. Applies knowledge integration skills for the patient population served within unit. Provides age specific care Applies knowledge of expected norms in planning care Applies new data to improve care Integrates technical, psychological, social, intellectual and physical skills 9. Demonstrates the unit specific skills requisite for unit/patient population served. See unit specific competencies
