Residential Pool RN Position

Rogers Memorial Hospital•West Allis, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The registered nurse (RN, RN II, RN III) performs professional nursing activities in the care of patients so they may achieve or regain, and then maintain, maximum physical, emotional or social functions. Role functions are governed by the Nurse Practice Act, the Administrative Code (in the state of employment), as well as the professional standards for nursing practice, and the corresponding policies and procedures of Rogers Memorial Hospital (Rogers). The registered nurse seeks consultation with other members of the health team as the patient’s condition and treatment goals warrant. He/She, in conjunction with the Patient Accounts department, provides patient information to ensure compliance with federal and state statutes.

Requirements

Registered nurse licensed by State Board of Nursing in the state of employment.
License must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing in the state of employment.
American Health Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or is required within thirty (30) days of date-of-hire.
Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of date-of-hire.
Must be deemed competent to serve as a QMP, as outlined in the Medical Staff bylaws of Rogers Memorial Hospital.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) preferred.
Previous psychiatric experience with children, adolescents and adults is preferred.
At the Hospital’s discretion, may be required to hold a qualified medical professional (QMP) designation.
Employees at the Child/Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS §40 are required to have either training in psychiatric nursing, including training in work with children with mental health disorders, or one (1) year of experience working in a clinical setting with these children.

Responsibilities

Complete initial assessments and documents as required.
Collect, record, and analyze, within prescribed timeframe, pertinent data for admission assessment according to Hospital policy.
Act as an advocate for patients.
Assist in patient orientation process.
Initiate and update treatment plan and documentation as required.
Implement patient care.
Organize patient care activities and interventions according to patient priorities and preferences, needs of the unit, and time constraints.
Adhere to the Nursing department and Hospital’s standards of nursing practice and standards of patient care.
Protect patients, visitors, and staff from environmental hazards by adhering to safety and infection control standards.
Participate in continuing education and in-service programs to increase clinical competence and to meet professional needs and goals.
Participate in the Performance Improvement program on an ongoing basis.
Assist in the development and implementation of unit standards of care.
Identify problems with unit systems, communication patterns, and unit resources that impact on patient care and suggest possible solutions to Clinical Services manager.
Serve on one unit-based committee or participate in unit-based projects on an ongoing basis.
Carry out leadership function in patient care, staff operations, and department organization.
Contribute to Nursing and Hospital functions through active participation on committees and attendance at designated meetings.
Take initiative in evaluating and upgrading unit standards of care.
Assume charge nurse role.
Supervise and delegate tasks to LPN/psychiatric technician, taking into account their educational preparation and demonstrated abilities.
Provide complete acuity monitors to the Patient Accounts department, to assist in accurate billing.
Maintain a primary caseload, according to unit standards, and provide direction for patient care.
Participate in projects, tasks and continuing education opportunities to improve professional skills and unit/department systems.
Promote department goals and the mission of the hospital.
Maintain department policies and procedures.
Educate new staff regarding regulations or requirements of those functions that relate to their areas or departments, as directed.
Demonstrate acceptance and training of student interns in the department, as directed.
Involve self in the learning and application of standards relevant to the Nursing department.
Participate in Hospital committees, performance improvement team meetings and team projects, as directed.
Contribute in a positive, solution-focused manner.
Participate in the Performance Improvement program.
Conduct self in a professional manner.
Comply with the Hospital’s policies and procedures, including Human Resources, Infection Control, and Employee Health policies and programs.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of Hospital/department policies and procedures.
Demonstrate consistent acceptance of professional accountability for own practice shown by follow-through on patient and organizational concerns.
Support changes in staffing/scheduling when unit and Hospital patient care needs require.
Accept reassignment in a positive manner.
Demonstrate willingness to adjust work schedule, when able, to meet patient’s needs.
Recognize need for support, seek appropriate assistance when needed, and offer assistance to peers.
Project a professional image by wearing appropriate, professional attire.