RN Hospital Intermediate Care Unit (.9 FTE)

Billings Clinic•Billings, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Hospital Intermediate Care Unit uses the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—and theoretical and clinical skills to promote and maintain health. Under general supervision, the RN develops and directs goal-oriented plans of care, uses evidence-based practices consistent with national standards, and is accountable for the quality of nursing care. The position collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team and provides care appropriate to patients’ individual and population-specific needs, from infancy through geriatrics. The RN maintains accurate and timely patient records, follows organizational safety standards and policies, and uses equipment, pharmacology, and laboratory information relevant to the specialty. The role also includes contributing to quality improvement, applying the Magnet Model, maintaining professional skills and education, and communicating professionally and compassionately with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues. This is a full-time, 0.9 FTE position in the Billings Clinic Hospital Intermediate Care Unit, with 72 hours per two-week pay period. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends. The position is non-exempt. The listed starting wage is $38.91–$61.22, depending on experience. Relocation reimbursement or tuition loan repayment may be available. Associate-degree RNs hired with fewer than five years of experience must commit to completing a Bachelor of Nursing degree within four years of hire; Billings Clinic offers financial assistance toward the cost.

Requirements

Current Montana RN license, or a compact nursing license with the ability to obtain a Montana RN license within 90 days of hire.
At least one year of RN experience.
Associate degree in nursing (ASN) or nursing diploma. Associate- or diploma-prepared RNs hired with fewer than five years of experience must commit to completing a Bachelor of Nursing degree within four years of hire.
Knowledge of nursing practices, planning, and assessment within scope of practice; the ANA Code of Ethics; and patient-safety and regulatory standards.
Ability to use computers and electronic applications.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, and work effectively with an interdisciplinary care team.
Ability to collect and analyze information to develop evidence-based care plans, interventions, and goals.
Ability to incorporate population-specific needs into communication and care for patients ranging from infants through geriatric patients.
Ability to manage time effectively, attend to detail, handle frequent interruptions and competing priorities, and adapt to varied workloads.
Ability to respond calmly and professionally in difficult or emergency situations and use resourcefulness in emergencies.
Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds unassisted.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
ACLS certification, or ability to successfully complete ACLS training within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

Use a holistic, evidence-based nursing process to create and carry out goal-directed patient care plans.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate care appropriate to patients’ needs.
Complete accurate and timely entries in patient medical records according to patient condition, documentation guidelines, and departmental policies.
Follow Billings Clinic safety standards, policies, and practices; anticipate and identify problems and safety issues and take appropriate action.
Maintain appropriate knowledge and skill in equipment, pharmacology, and laboratory values relevant to the unit and patients’ conditions.
Apply evidence-based practice and nursing research within the specialty area.
Use performance-improvement principles to assess and improve the quality of patient care and incorporate the Magnet Model into the work environment and nursing care.
Take responsibility for professional growth and development and complete required system and departmental education.
Communicate collaboratively, supportively, and compassionately with patients, families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Adapt care to population-specific needs and the appropriateness of care for each patient.
Practice within the scope of RN licensure.
May work on varied nursing units for varying periods of time.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 24 hours per week.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
Paid Time Off.
Employee wellness program.
Potential relocation reimbursement or tuition loan repayment.
Financial assistance toward the cost of completing a Bachelor of Nursing degree for eligible associate- or diploma-prepared RNs.