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ph3RN for ICU Department /h3 pFull Time, WEO /p pReports to: Unit Director /p h3Job Summary /h3 pProvides direct and indirect patient care. Communicates with physicians, nurse manager, and co‑workers, as appropriate, about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. /p h3Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas /h3 ul liAbility to perform a head‑to‑toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy, including pediatric, geriatric, and general populations. /li liAbility to adequately assess and reassess pain, utilize appropriate pain management techniques, and educate the patient and family regarding pain management. /li liAbility to revise the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate the overall plan daily for effectiveness. /li liAbility to perform waived testing (point‑of‑care testing) per Clinical Laboratory and resident care unit policies and procedures. /li liAbility to interpret results of waived tests and take appropriate action. /li liPerforms patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for the patient’s age. /li liKnowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age and clinical condition. /li liFollows the seven medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. /li liFormulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, involving family as appropriate. /li liAssists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. /li liPerforms treatments and provides services to the level of licensure. /li liTreats patients and families with respect and dignity, identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and spiritual needs, and acts as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other providers. /li liInteracts professionally with patients/families and involves them in the formation of the plan of care. /li liDemonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles across the lifespan and provides age‑appropriate care. /li liPerforms all aspects of patient care in a safety‑optimizing environment, reducing the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors. /li liSupports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. /li liConsults other departments to provide an interdisciplinary approach to patient needs. /li liCommunicates appropriately and clearly with the nurse manager, co‑workers, and physicians. /li liMaintains good working relationships within and outside the department. /li liIdentifies and communicates psychosocial needs to social services and discharge planners for both in‑hospital and post‑discharge care. /li liDocumentation meets current standards and policies. /li liManages and operates equipment safely and correctly. /li liCoordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. /li liDemonstrates flexibility, organization, and the ability to function under stressful situations. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 h3Professional Requirements /h3 ul liAdheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean. /li liCompletes annual education requirements. /li liMaintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. /li liMaintains patient confidentiality at all times. /li liReports to work on time and as scheduled, completing work within designated time. /li liWears identification while on duty and uses the computerized punch‑time system correctly. /li liCompletes in‑services and returns in a timely fashion. /li liAttends annual review and department in‑services as scheduled. /li liAttends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. /li liRepresents the organization in a positive and professional manner. /li liActively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. /li liComplies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. /li liCommunicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the hospital and the department focus statement. /li /ul h3Regulatory Requirements /h3 ul liGraduate of an accredited school of nursing. /li liCurrent state Registered Nurse Licensure within the state of practice. /li liCurrent BLS certification. /li /ul h3Language Skills /h3 ul liAble to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. /li liAdditional languages preferred. /li /ul h3Skills /h3 ul liBasic computer knowledge. /li /ul h3Physical Demands /h3 pMobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, and exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carry up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. /p pThis position is a safety‑sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety‑sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” because it requires performing life‑threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. /p pReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
