ED RN-.9 FTE Nights

LADD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL•Osceola, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The ED Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. They maintain accountability for their own practice, provide nursing care for patients, participate in patient and family teaching, and provide leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary, nursing, and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the acute care setting. The ED Registered Nurse also delegates/provides direction to other nursing personnel in the unit in accordance with their level of experience and expertise. This is a 0.9 FTE position, consisting of 0.6 FTE in a regularly scheduled block rotation within the Emergency Department and 0.3 FTE designated as cross departmental coverage of Med/Surg and ED based on staffing needs, patient volume, acuity, and demonstrated competency.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited school of nursing with current WI RN licensure in good standing.
Minimum of one year RN experience (or equivalent) required.
Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC (or similar trauma certification) or willing to obtain.
Meets OMC health requirements
Knowledge of current nursing practices and technical skills
Skilled in use of basic patient care equipment and supplies
Demonstrate and maintain required competencies.
Knowledge of infection control practices and their relation to patient care outcomes
Accuracy and attention to detail in performing all job duties.
Assess multiple systems, develop plan of care, provide intervention and education, and assess outcomes of patient care.
Treat every patient, visitor, and team member with dignity and respect
Take ownership of their actions and follow through on commitments
Adapt positively to change and support new initiatives
Contribute to a culture of trust, collaboration, and accountability
Consistently act in ways that support OMC’s mission and values

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year ED experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with registration, ED clinicians, and Urgent Care clinicians to direct patients to the appropriate care setting
Initiates approved nursing-driven orders and clinical protocols within the RN's scope of practice, organizational policy, and validated competency
Provides skilled nursing care in accordance with Nurse Practice acts.
Delegates care appropriately to other team members
Follows the Standards of Nursing Care as well as the Nursing Process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation while delivering high quality patient care.
Continually strives to meet and exceed customer service standards in all interactions with customers, which include patients, visitors, other hospital employees, and medical staff
Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Personal accountability to stay up to date on all communication.
Communicates an accurate and concise end of shift patient report.
Interacts with physicians regarding patient status on an on-going basis.
Communicates effectively with all members of the patient care team.
Communicates patient status and plan of care with patient and their family.
Attends staff meetings and mandatory education.
Maintains appropriate licenses and certifications independently.
Daily audit of crash cart, trauma cart, pediatric cart, glucometer and refrigerator temperatures with completion of associated documentation
Participates in emergency response, trauma, cardiac arrest, stroke, sepsis, and other time-sensitive clinical protocols.
Performs rapid assessment and prioritization of patients based on acuity.
Participates in stabilization and transfer of patients requiring a higher level of care.
Assists with stabilization, preparation, coordination, and transfer of patients to facilities capable of providing the level of care required, including communication with receiving facilities and transport teams.
Performs initial nursing assessment and triage in accordance with established ED triage processes and validated competency.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned within the scope of the position, licensure, education, training, and demonstrated competency.
Demonstrates flexibility in assignment and supports both departments within the RN's scope of practice and demonstrated competencies.
Perform essential functions of a Registered Nurse
Recognize change in patient condition/body systems.
Ensure clinician orders are reviewed, acknowledged, and carried out accurately and timely in accordance with organizational policy and the RN's scope of practice
Effectively participate in the interdisciplinary care team
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family members and co-workers.
Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and OMC policy.
Provide age appropriate and culturally appropriate care.
Participate in the orientation process of new staff.
Will float to Med/Surg unit during times of low ED volume as needed