RN, Jewish Hospital, Endoscopy, Part-time, 7a-7:30p

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) delivers nursing care to patients of varying age groups using the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The role applies nursing practice, leadership, professional development, and practice-outcome competencies to provide safe, optimal, patient- and family-centered care; coordinate care and communication with the healthcare team; and evaluate care using evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals. The nurse demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates with the care team to improve care quality in the clinical area. Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, the nurse provides patient care from admission or encounter through discharge. Responsibilities include comprehensive assessment, individualized care planning and implementation, medication administration, patient and family education, evaluation and revision of care, advocacy, discharge preparation, and collaboration with healthcare team members. The role may also include orienting team members, supervising students, and acting as relief charge nurse when needed. The position is part-time at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky, on the first shift, 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Associate’s degree in nursing is required. New-hire associate-degree RNs must start an approved BSN program within one year of hire and complete it within three years. A BSN and two years of hospital patient-care experience are preferred. Current Kentucky RN licensure or a compact license with Kentucky privileges and AHA-accredited BLS are required. PALS and ACLS may be required for specific clinical areas; additional specialized certifications may also be required or preferred based on the unit.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
New-hire associate-degree RNs must start an approved BSN program within one year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three years of hire.
Current Kentucky RN licensure or a compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky.
Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association.
New RN graduates must participate in the Nurse Residency program and successfully complete all activities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
Two years of hospital patient-care experience.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association may be required for specific clinical areas.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association may be required for specific clinical areas.
Additional specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on the unit.

Responsibilities

Conduct systematic, continuous, comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter through discharge, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient, and family while using safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes.
Administer medications within licensure authority, assess and reassess their effects, document administration promptly, and follow medication-safety policies and requirements.
Plan individualized, age-specific care with patients and families using current scientific knowledge, care standards, patient-safety goals, and input from the multidisciplinary care team; support continuity and appropriate patient teaching.
Identify and prioritize patient problems using assessment data, safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, nursing interventions, and the medical plan of care.
Implement nursing interventions using competent skills and clinical judgment, and follow the chain of command to promote patient safety and planned outcomes.
Assess, conduct, and evaluate patient and family teaching throughout the episode of care, taking age, learning needs, and cultural background into account.
Systematically evaluate patient and family responses to interventions and revise the multidisciplinary plan of care with team members; recognize variances and act to prevent or address adverse events.
Advocate for patients and families, respect their rights and preferences, prepare them for discharge, and obtain feedback to support patient satisfaction.
Collaborate with, monitor, and appropriately delegate to unlicensed assistive healthcare providers in accordance with regulatory and legal requirements.
Maintain professional conduct and appearance and remain accountable for actions and outcomes.
Orient new healthcare team members and supervise students in assigned duties.
Act as relief charge nurse when unit needs arise.
Maintain professional competency through continuing education, competency demonstration, licensure, and professional activities.
Participate in evidence-based practice activities, discuss care outcomes with colleagues, keep current with compliance and accreditation standards, and take steps to improve care delivery.
Collaborate with the healthcare team through constructive communication; identify clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolve conflicts appropriately, and give and receive peer feedback.
Perform duties cost-effectively while avoiding waste without jeopardizing quality of care or service.
Comply with company policies, procedures, standards of conduct, and HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.