Registered Nurse - Acute Care - Full Time - Days

Nebraska Methodist Hospital•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for an Acute Care position. This role is full-time, working day shifts. The culture at Nebraska Methodist Health System, known as 'The Meaning of Care,' emphasizes exceptional care for the community and employees, fostering a supportive environment. This position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a great work environment where employees are valued and make a real difference. The Registered Nurse will be accountable for delivering quality care to patients and families according to individualized needs. This position requires floating to various high-acuity units including the Emergency Department, Cardiovascular Surgery, Cardiac Telemetry, PCU Pulmonary Oncology, PCU Cardiac, Vascular, Thoracic, and ICU. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of recent experience in a high-acuity unit; new graduates will not be considered.

Requirements

Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing required by December 31, 2020 if hired after 2012 or five years from hire date for nurses hired after 2015.
For MFH: Graduate from an accredited Diploma School of Nursing/College of Nursing with an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements.
National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification training required by the completion of orientation.
For NMH Critical Care: NIH Stroke Scale training or proof of training required in the first 6 months of hire.
Minimum of 2 years of experience required in Intensive Care, Cardiac-Intensive Care, and/or Emergency Department.
Current valid Nebraska Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multistate license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required.
Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification required.
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is required.
Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co-workers.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
Ability to learn, retain, and utilize computer skills that are required for department and hospital information system.

Nice To Haves

Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
Current Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) preferred.
Certification(s) in area of specialty preferred.
Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide appropriate care specific to the age of the customer/patient, to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the Population Specific Criteria.
Demonstrate ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs.
Perform an initial and ongoing assessment to determine the assigned patient's ongoing nursing care needs. Include data from the patient/significant other(s) in the assessment as appropriate. Prioritize data collection according to patient's immediate needs. Use assessment findings in discharge planning.
Develop/review/revise and individualize the plan of care to address the patient's nursing care needs for optimum patient care outcomes. Collaborate with providers and other clinical disciplines as appropriate. Provide teaching specific to the patient's health care problem. Care plan reflects continuing care needs and/or referrals for discharge/transfer.
Implement interventions that are consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner. Is familiar with, and follows, nursing protocols and standards of care for their unit. Use current knowledge in nursing practice based on standards and research literature.
Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions. Continually monitors the patient and/or significant other(s) ability to manage care needs after dismissal. Give a complete verbal or written change of shift report to the oncoming care provider. Includes current care requirements, to include SBAR (situation, background, assessment and recommendation) content, and is familiar with the overall plan of care. Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental).
Perform technical skills competently and independently to assure patient safety. Able to competently perform technical skills independently. Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within areas' specifications and time frame. Demonstrate correct and safe technique in the use of equipment according to specific product information and policy and procedure manuals. Follow appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies.
Maintain a professional behavior in attitude, demeanor, interactions to achieve organization's mission. Communicate effectively to solve problems at the personal and unit level. Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, ancillary staff, patients and family. Take pride in the unit by active participation in restocking and maintaining a clean environment. Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment. Maintain competence in area of experience. Participate in meetings and/or committees as needed to assist in decisions effecting area/unit or organization.
Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital employees (e.g., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). Complete appropriate report form for any risk (e.g., variance/incident report, patient concern report, maintenance request). Communicate to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Work within the scope of practice as defined by State Nurse Practice Act. Observes appropriate precautions when administering hazardous medications or handling excreta from patients who have received hazardous medications.
Review, delegate and evaluate plans for appropriate utilization of staff at all levels of practice in accordance with the provision of the state's Nurse Practice Act and the Professional Standards of Practice.
Fiscally accountable. Act professionally responsible for human and other resources. Charge accurately for use of supplies and equipment according to policy.