Resident Nurse
Company: Skagit Regional Health
Location: Mount Vernon
Posted on: October 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Resident Nurse - 4052US:WA:Mount Vernon - Nursing - Full Time
0.6 FTE or MorePosted 2 weeks agoApplySaveDescriptionDepartment:
Family Birth Center SVHExempt: NoSchedule: NIGHTS -
VARIABLEPosition Type: Full Time 0.6 FTE or MoreFTE: 0.900000Base
Wage $35.82 to $66.2415K Sign on BonusLocation: Skagit Valley
HospitalThe information described in this job description has been
designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It
is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive
inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications
required of employees assigned to this job.Other information:Job
SummaryThe Nurse Resident is responsible to the Department Director
or Manager. They will be under the direction of a preceptor and
shall be responsible for direct care of a limited number of
patients, commensurate with nurse's progress towards competent.
Direct patient care assignments for the resident nurse will
gradually increase as competency is demonstrated to and validated
by the preceptor and/or clinical education staff. Each resident
will receive a written copy of the objectives and goals of the
residency and shall receive periodic objective feedback throughout
the residency. The information described in this job description
has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work
performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and
qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Essential
FunctionsAssesses the patient: collects and documents the patient's
current health status and medical history. Completes and/or reviews
Admission Data Record as defined by policy. Makes accurate and
ongoing assessment of patient's status and responds appropriately.
Plans/Implements: sets priorities for nursing action in a logical
sequence according to patient's needs and formulates a plan of care
by the appropriate selection of Nurse Practice Standards.
Evaluates: performs ongoing assessment and revised plan of care
based on new data and patient's condition. Documents accurate and
ongoing assessment of patient status to ensure patient safety and
charge capture. Communicates with the physician regarding patient
needs, the nursing assessments, and recommendations on a daily
basis, and as needed. Collaborates with other nurses and health
team members to ensure the patient's wellbeing. Teaches
patient/significant other appropriate health information in a
timely manner and shares written and visual informational material.
Performs direct patient care, utilizing established policies,
procedures and standards. Administers medications and IV's
according to policy and procedure. Observes and documents patient's
response to pertinent medications. Performs indirect patient care,
utilizing established procedures, policies, and standards. Provides
a thorough concise report at change of shift. Communicates
pertinent information to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
Performs accurate and timely documentation according to SRH
guidelines. Accurately transcribes physician orders according to
policies and procedures. Maintains a clean, neat, and safe
environment for patients and staff according to policies and
procedures. Ensures that supplies and equipment necessary for
patient care are stored in an organized and efficient manner.
Demonstrates correct and safe techniques in the use of equipment
according to specific product information. Follows appropriate
procedures for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of
equipment and supplies. Participates in economical utilization of
supplies and ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and
safe manner. Adheres to Administrative SRH/Nursing Service
policies. Does not incur overtime during Residency program.
Complies with specific SRH policies and procedures concerning
safety. PATIENT SATISFACTION - Assists patients, family members or
other clients with concern and empathy; respects their
confidentiality and privacy and communicates with them in a
courteous and respectful manner. Answers and refers telephone calls
or other inquiries to ensure accurate and timely communications are
facilitated. Identifies him/herself in a pleasant and positive
manner. Takes responsibility for helping the caller and/or visitor.
TEAMWORK - Consistently works in a positive and cooperative manner
with fellow Team Members. Assists other Team Members in the
performance of their assignments. Seeks out opportunities to help
rather than waiting to be asked. Considers the impact of his/her
actions on Team Members throughout SRH. PROBLEM SOLVING -
Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding
questionable findings or concerns. Investigates and follows through
on unusual orders or requests for service or information. Follows
proper reporting procedures for actual or potential accidents
and/or incidents so follow-up and/or prevention can occur.
Records/reports the need for service maintenance or repair of
equipment and removes any faulty equipment from service.
Contributes to the achievement of Quality Improvement and
participate in QI activities. Consistently evaluates work and
determines if further steps are needed to meet client expectations.
Takes initiative to do or redo inadequate or incomplete work, even
it is not yours. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards.
PRODUCTIVITY/EFFICIENCY - Consistently demonstrates the ability to
respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to
meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
Organizes job functions and work area to be able to effectively
complete varied assignments within established time frames.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to take the initiative to
make decisions/choices. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - Attends scheduled
Nurse Residency classroom sessions and monthly check-in meetings.
Meets 100% attendance requirements to annual mandatory skill
updates. Attends a minimum of 75% of scheduled staff meetings and
reads and signs all minutes of meetings not attended. ADHERENCE TO
SRH AND DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES - Demonstrates knowledge and
understanding of all policies and procedures and ability to
reference them from appropriate sources. Complies with SRH's
infection control policies and procedures including Body Substance
Isolation (BSI) and the Exposure Control Plan which reflects OSHA
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to ensure a safe working environment
for self and others. Ensures that SRH is operated in an efficient
and cost effective manner by adhering to SRH and departmental
attendance policies as documented on the Employee Attendance
Record. Demonstrates adherence and support of SRH -Wide Service
Standards and SRH/Department Safe Practices Standards.EducationRN
required.Experience/TrainingA Registered Nurse whose clinical
experience after graduation is less than six months (1,040 paid
hours); or who is returning to practice with no current clinical
training or experience.License/CertificationsWashington State RN
License required. AHA (American Heart Association) Health Care
Provider BLS required.Other SkillsDemonstrates ability and
appropriate technical skills when administering treatments and
procedures in accordance with physician's orders and policies and
procedures. Demonstrates necessary skills and knowledge to provide
care for patients according to SVH and unit specific policies and
procedures. Demonstrates ability to handle emergency situations in
a prompt, precise, and professional manner. Provides personal
patient care to provide comfort and well-being to the patient,
acknowledging physiological and psychological needs. Strong verbal,
written and interpersonal communication skills required.Physical
Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk and hear. This position is very active and
requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching,
crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift
or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Specific
vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and ability to focus.Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive
benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a
(retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all
employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week. Eligible
employees also receive sick time pay.#INDRNRDSApplySave
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