RN Neuro ICU FT Nights

Common Spirit•Lexington, KY

49d

About The Position

This position is accountable for the daily patient care operations of the assigned department, working under the direction of the Nurse Manager on assigned shifts. Responsible for daily patient care assignments, maintaining clinical standards of care, maintaining labor productivity and supervision of the patient care environment; supporting the care team. Supports the activities of the Nurse Manager. Maintains positive inter- and intra-departmental relationships. Directs patient throughput activities in the assigned unit. Maintains evidence-based nursing practices to achieve desirable patient outcomes in accordance with the Kentucky Nurse Practice Act. The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program
Active Registered Nurse Licensure in Kentucky (KY) or eNLC licensure with multistate privileges in good standing
Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
Previous nursing experience in Med/Surg, Telemetry, Cardiac, Emergency, or Critical Care service lines

Responsibilities

Provides direct supervision of personnel practicing on Nursing Units, makes patient care assignments, evaluates assignments, facilitates patient throughout, and directly observes staff performance on their assigned shift.
Proactively matches existing resources seeking ways to provide patient care that supports staff and maintains a therapeutic environment.
Monitors productivity and assures that staffing and resources are aligned with patient care needs.
Communicates personnel related concerns to the Unit Manager.
Uses a logical, systematic approach to problems and problem-solving.
Facilitates Patient Experience best practices on the unit (hourly rounding, etc.)
Maintains Unit Professional standards. Holds staff accountable for behaviors and attitudes.
Maintains confidentiality of information of the department. Assists in audits and data collection as requested.
Contributes to the efficient operation of the department.
Performs direct patient care and accepts an assigned group of patients as needed.