Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care, Multispecialty Telemetry, FT, Variable

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides clinical direction for all aspects of patient care in an acute inpatient setting, fostering patient- and family-centered care. Demonstrates clinical competency using evidence-based practices and research throughout the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and outcomes. Incorporates safety protocols, cost containment, and quality improvement into care, and considers patient, unit, and organizational priorities. Follows organizational compliance requirements and policies, including licensure renewal, assigned training, employee health screenings, time and attendance, dress code, confidentiality, infection control, and medication administration. Applies knowledge of regulatory requirements and provides care within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. The acute inpatient setting may require weekend, holiday, and on-call work. The nurse assesses patients, develops and updates individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients and families and the interdisciplinary team, delivers and coordinates direct care, delegates tasks appropriately, monitors care quality and patient safety, evaluates outcomes, and revises care plans as needed. The role includes patient and family education, discharge planning, advocacy, communication with the healthcare team, and ongoing professional development and competency maintenance. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing; a nursing diploma with RN licensure is accepted in lieu of the associate degree.
One year of registered nurse experience, or successful completion of the Prisma Health Nurse Residency Program or a comparable residency; internal candidates within the same service line may substitute one year of licensed practical nurse experience.
Current RN compact/multistate license recognized by the NCSBN Compact State, or a license to practice as an RN in the state where the team member works.
Ability to provide care within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act and comply with organizational policies and applicable regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Collect patient data and complete nursing assessments using appropriate area- and age-specific standards, policies, and tools; complete required forms.
Recognize changes in patient status and responses to interventions, identify care priorities, validate them with healthcare team members, and document appropriately.
Develop individualized plans of care with patients and/or families, providers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team; update and communicate changes as needed.
Set realistic, measurable goals and outcomes with patients and/or families, including goals to be achieved before discharge.
Respect patients' and families' cultural, spiritual, and belief systems when planning care.
Plan for discharge and continuity of care, including smooth transitions between levels of care and appropriate referrals.
Provide direct care consistent with the established nursing plan and perform tasks within the RN scope of practice and applicable policies and procedures.
Delegate nursing tasks appropriately, provide written assignments when appropriate, and ensure assigned tasks are completed.
Monitor quality of care and maintain appropriate surveillance of assigned patients; coordinate and organize care using available resources.
Incorporate cost-containment principles and appropriate technology into nursing practice.
Maintain patient safety and a safe environment by following safety procedures, protocols, and patient care standards.
Use performance indicators to monitor care quality and effectiveness and complete assigned hospital or unit performance-improvement monitoring and audits.
Evaluate care plans based on patient responses, document progress toward outcomes, revise plans as needed, and report changes or unresolved problems to appropriate healthcare team members.
Discuss patient outcomes with peers during shift-to-shift reports and with other healthcare team members.
Identify quality-improvement opportunities and incorporate appropriate performance-improvement recommendations into care plans.
Assess patient and family learning needs, provide and evaluate teaching, encourage participation, and communicate education needs across the healthcare continuum.
Use computer resources and Micromedex.
Evaluate own practice against professional standards, laws, policies, procedures, and regulations; maintain competency through education and professional activities.
Maintain professional licensure and complete mandatory education on time; reflect on strengths and opportunities for improvement.
Ensure written documentation and oral communication convey pertinent information to support patient and family care needs.
Advocate for patients and coordinate care collaboratively with providers and other healthcare team members.
Perform other duties as assigned.