Registered Nurse - Forensic RN Examiner - Casual/PRN

Best Care•Omaha, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse - Forensic RN Examiner to join their team. This role is responsible for delivering quality care to patients and families according to their individualized needs. The position is PRN/Casual, meaning it is based on the need of the unit. The culture at Nebraska Methodist Health System, known as 'The Meaning of Care,' emphasizes exceptional care for the community and employees, fostering a supportive and valuable work environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements.
Minimum of two years experience in a related clinical area (ED, OB or Women's Health preferred).
Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multistate license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required.
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
Core certification related to area of specialty from National Certification Corporation (NCC) within 1 year of eligibility preferred.
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.
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force (Medium Work).
Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Seeing/Visual, Speaking/talking, Standing, Walking (Constantly Performed).
Balancing, Carrying, Crouching, Distinguish colors, Keyboarding/typing, Lifting, Pulling/Pushing, Repetitive Motions, Stooping/bending, Twisting (Frequently Performed).
Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Sitting (Occasionally Performed).
Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) (Frequent exposure).
Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) (Frequent exposure).
Mechanical moving parts/vibrations (Frequent exposure).
Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) (Occasional exposure).
Equipment/Machinery/Tools (Occasional exposure).
Explosives (pressurized gas) (Occasional exposure).
Hazardous Drugs (exposure risks, personal protective equipment required) (Occasional exposure).
Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) (Rare exposure).
Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) - NICU only (Rare exposure).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred.
Two years experience in a related clinical area (ED, OB or Women's Health preferred).
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire.
Core certification related to area of specialty from National Certification Corporation (NCC) within 1 year of eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides appropriate care specific to the age and population of the customer/patient, ensuring understanding and comfort level of treatment.
Performs initial and ongoing assessments to determine patient's nursing care needs, including data from patient/significant other(s).
Prioritizes data collection based on patient's immediate needs and uses assessment findings in discharge planning.
Completes an initial evaluation of sexual assault victims' needs and injuries, and collects forensic evidence.
Develops/reviews/revises and individualizes the plan of care, collaborating with physicians and other clinical disciplines.
Provides teaching specific to the patient's healthcare problem and ensures care plan reflects continuing care needs for discharge/transfer.
Provides initial emotional support and crisis intervention for sexual assault victims, their significant others, and family members.
Links sexual assault victims to community resources as needed.
Implements interventions consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner, following nursing protocols and standards of care.
Administers medication without error and utilizes critical thinking regarding medication effects.
Provides care for minor physical injuries within the scope of practice.
Provides STD and pregnancy risk evaluation and prophylaxis following pre-established protocols.
Evaluates patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome.
Monitors outcomes and documents patient response to interventions.
Evaluates patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions.
Gives a complete verbal or written change of shift report to the oncoming care provider, including SBAR content.
Documents care and findings accurately and completely.
Responds in a cooperative manner to any subpoena regarding care provided or exams completed.
Performs technical skills competently and independently to assure patient safety.
Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within the area's specifications and time frame.
Demonstrates correct and safe technique in the use of equipment.
Follows appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies.
Charges accurately for use of supplies and equipment.
Maintains competence in area of experience.
Maintains professional behavior in attitude, demeanor, and interactions.
Participates in meetings and/or committees as needed.
Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities.
Communicates effectively to solve problems.
Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, ancillary staff, patients, and family.
Actively participates in restocking supplies and maintaining a clean environment.
Maintains a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment.
Initiates action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risks to the patient, family, or hospital employees.
Completes appropriate report form for any risk.
Works within the scope of practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
Observes appropriate precautions when administering hazardous medications or handling excreta from patients who have received hazardous medications.
Follows infection control guidelines and practices.
Communicates with and cooperates with emergency medical care providers regarding sexual assault victims' needs and care.
Interacts with law enforcement, advocacy personnel, community health providers, and other agencies and personnel as needed.
Reviews, delegates, and evaluates plans for appropriate utilization of staff at all levels of practice.
Participates in an on-call schedule to assure 24-hour Forensic RN Examiner availability.