Staff Nurse - ICU PRN

Fisher-Titus Health • Norwalk, OH

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Manages individualized, goal directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and Hospital policies and procedures. Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current license in state of Ohio
• Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge and skills
• BLS required
• ACLS certification required
• PALS required
• Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.
• Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management.
• Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards.
• Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
• Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.
• Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
• Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
• Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.

Nice To Haves

• TCAR preferred

Responsibilities

• Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients.
• Develops, discusses, and communicates a realistic plan of care for each patient, in collaboration with each patient/family/support person in order to address all identified needs.
• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient.
• Evaluates the identified problems, care provided and patient's responses are reassessed to meet patient and family needs to ensure overall quality of care delivered.
• Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team, in order to ensure quality care.
• Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure.
• Pursues professional growth and development.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job related hazards.
• Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the units as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed. This includes, but is not limited to, the age of the patient served.
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Works effectively as part of a department/unit team intradepartmental to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Functions as a role model and provides support and development for current and new staff.
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
• Directs other licensed and non licensed personnel in the provision of care to patient as assigned.
• Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time
• Engages in active listening skills
• Utilizes the AIDET communication tool
• Uses key words at key times
• Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques
• Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time
• Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule
• Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language
• Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment
• Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients
• Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care
• Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time
• Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition
• Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something
• Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time
• Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care
• Engages in practices that will continually improve processes

Benefits

• Medical & Dental coverage
• 401K match
• paid time off
• tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed