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Hexaquest Health is Hiring a MS - MedSurg 3E RN - North - PM Near Meridian, MS
Job DescriptionRN Staff
Using RN Staff Nurse Template
Last Published: 12/30/2016
Last Modified: 12/12/2016
Total Weight = 100%
Job SummaryProvides direct and indirect patient care in the assigned setting. Communicates with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patients clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties utilizing the nursing process.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:
Professional RequirementsKnowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the plan of care.
Ability to perform and document a complete admission assessment to include: patients health history, problems identified, patient teaching, and discharge needs/expectations.
Ability to initiate and/or revise an individualized nursing care plan that is based on assessment of identified needs/problems involving the patient and/or family.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.
Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services.
Provides patients with a complete explanation of procedures or treatments.
Always provides patient safety by keeping call light within reach, maintaining bed in a low position with side rails in place and locked at all times, and seeing that patients are secured appropriately when transporting by wheelchair or stretcher.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers, and physicians.
Consults other departments as appropriate for an interdisciplinary approach to the patients needs.
Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient.
Participates in orientation of new personnel.
Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Delegates, coordinates, and supervises patient care as necessary.
Documentation meets current standards and policies.
Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with social services regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs.
Completes documentation as specified by organizational policy and procedures.
Recognizes abuse/neglect potential.
Demonstrates a cost effective practice by efficient and non-wasteful use of supplies and linen, always following established procedures for charge items.
Participates in sharing of knowledge and expertise through in-service, staff meetings, assisting in orientation of new personnel.
Utilizes infection control principles.
Recognizes adverse drug reactions/interactions with appropriate actions taken.
Takes appropriate measure to prevent skin breakdown.
Provides assistance with basic self-care/ADLs, as appropriate.
Provides feedback about health status and potential life style changes.
Attends mandatory staff meetings; reads and returns all staff meeting minutes.
Promotes professional growth of peers and subordinates by sharing knowledge and/or directing them to sources of information appropriate to a given situation.
Accepts constructive criticism regarding nursing judgments or actions.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and treats them with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality and privacy.
Utilizes critical thinking skills, recognizes and reacts appropriately in the delivery of patient care.
Provides assistance to other nursing care team members to assure efficient, effective and timely quality patient centered care.
Understands and assumes responsibility for charge position when assigned, to include patient assignment according to patient acuity and staff mix.
Displays a positive attitude toward the hospital and his/her profession.
Displays appropriate time management skills in the planning and administering of patient care.
Actively participates in the departments performance improvement (PI) activities.
Assumes lifelong learning related to profession.
Education/Regulatory RequirementsCurrent Mississippi Registered Nurse Licensure.
CPR certified.
Language SkillsOne year of RN med-surg experience preferred.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
SkillsModerate to advanced computer and data entry skills.
Specific Age Groups ServedAll age groups.
Exposure ClassificationsClassification I: Jobs in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membranes or skin contact with blood, body fluids, tissues, or potential spills or splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every healthcare provider in these jobs.
Professional ExpectationsMeets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean.
Completes annual educational requirements.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Wears identification badge while on duty.
Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility as well as the focus statement of the department.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and functions well under stressful situations.
Answers telephone and greets all patients and family members in a polite and tactful manner.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs to the organization.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Descriptions for Physical Demands:� �
1-33% - Occasional; 34-67% - Frequent; 68-100% - Continuous
Physical Demands
On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities. This job requires that weight is lifted or force is exerted.
Stand - Occasional
Walk - Frequent
Sit - Occasional
Talk or hear - Continuous
Use hands to finger, handle or feel - Occasional
Push/Pull - Occasional
Reach with hands and arms - Occasional
Up to 10 pounds - Occasional
Up to 25 pounds - Occasional
Up to 50 pounds - Occasional
Up to 100 pounds - Occasional
More than 100 pounds - Frequent
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
Ability to hear alarms on equipment
Ability to hear client call
Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff
Ability to hear overhead paging system and fire alarms
Work Environment
This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
Work near moving mechanical parts - Occasional
Outdoor weather conditions - Occasional
Risk of electrical shock - Occasional
Risk of radiation - Occasional
The typical noise level for the work environment - Moderate Noise
Repetitive Motion Actions
Repetitive use of foot control - Occasional
Repetitive use of hands - Occasional
Grasping: simple/light - Occasional
Grasping: firm/heavy - Occasional
Fine Dexterity - Occasional
PERFORMANCE RATINGS KEY
Please provide information explaining the employee's career goals and objectives:
Employee Development
DutiesPlease provide information regarding how the employee can improve his/her position/role-related duties and enhance his/her professional development (i.e. seminars, in-house training, outside course work, etc.):
PERFORMANCE GOALS
FINAL OVERALL PERFORMANCE RATING
Overall RatingPosition Urgency:
Normal
Shifts12 hour PM 7P-7A
State License DetailsMust Be Currently Active
Minimum Years Of Experience1
Minimum Guaranteed HoursNo Guarantee
Specialty TypeNursing
Sub SpecialtyMed-surg Adult
General CertificationsACLSBLS/BCLSPALSNRPATT
BilingualNo
EMR UsedNo Listing
Holiday Coverage RequiredNo
Using RN Staff Nurse Template
Last Published: 12/30/2016
Last Modified: 12/12/2016
Total Weight = 100%
Job SummaryProvides direct and indirect patient care in the assigned setting. Communicates with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patients clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties utilizing the nursing process.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:
Professional RequirementsKnowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the plan of care.
Ability to perform and document a complete admission assessment to include: patients health history, problems identified, patient teaching, and discharge needs/expectations.
Ability to initiate and/or revise an individualized nursing care plan that is based on assessment of identified needs/problems involving the patient and/or family.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.
Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services.
Provides patients with a complete explanation of procedures or treatments.
Always provides patient safety by keeping call light within reach, maintaining bed in a low position with side rails in place and locked at all times, and seeing that patients are secured appropriately when transporting by wheelchair or stretcher.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers, and physicians.
Consults other departments as appropriate for an interdisciplinary approach to the patients needs.
Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient.
Participates in orientation of new personnel.
Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Delegates, coordinates, and supervises patient care as necessary.
Documentation meets current standards and policies.
Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with social services regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs.
Completes documentation as specified by organizational policy and procedures.
Recognizes abuse/neglect potential.
Demonstrates a cost effective practice by efficient and non-wasteful use of supplies and linen, always following established procedures for charge items.
Participates in sharing of knowledge and expertise through in-service, staff meetings, assisting in orientation of new personnel.
Utilizes infection control principles.
Recognizes adverse drug reactions/interactions with appropriate actions taken.
Takes appropriate measure to prevent skin breakdown.
Provides assistance with basic self-care/ADLs, as appropriate.
Provides feedback about health status and potential life style changes.
Attends mandatory staff meetings; reads and returns all staff meeting minutes.
Promotes professional growth of peers and subordinates by sharing knowledge and/or directing them to sources of information appropriate to a given situation.
Accepts constructive criticism regarding nursing judgments or actions.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and treats them with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality and privacy.
Utilizes critical thinking skills, recognizes and reacts appropriately in the delivery of patient care.
Provides assistance to other nursing care team members to assure efficient, effective and timely quality patient centered care.
Understands and assumes responsibility for charge position when assigned, to include patient assignment according to patient acuity and staff mix.
Displays a positive attitude toward the hospital and his/her profession.
Displays appropriate time management skills in the planning and administering of patient care.
Actively participates in the departments performance improvement (PI) activities.
Assumes lifelong learning related to profession.
Education/Regulatory RequirementsCurrent Mississippi Registered Nurse Licensure.
CPR certified.
Language SkillsOne year of RN med-surg experience preferred.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
SkillsModerate to advanced computer and data entry skills.
Specific Age Groups ServedAll age groups.
Exposure ClassificationsClassification I: Jobs in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membranes or skin contact with blood, body fluids, tissues, or potential spills or splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every healthcare provider in these jobs.
Professional ExpectationsMeets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean.
Completes annual educational requirements.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Wears identification badge while on duty.
Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility as well as the focus statement of the department.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and functions well under stressful situations.
Answers telephone and greets all patients and family members in a polite and tactful manner.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs to the organization.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Descriptions for Physical Demands:� �
1-33% - Occasional; 34-67% - Frequent; 68-100% - Continuous
Physical Demands
On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities. This job requires that weight is lifted or force is exerted.
Stand - Occasional
Walk - Frequent
Sit - Occasional
Talk or hear - Continuous
Use hands to finger, handle or feel - Occasional
Push/Pull - Occasional
Reach with hands and arms - Occasional
Up to 10 pounds - Occasional
Up to 25 pounds - Occasional
Up to 50 pounds - Occasional
Up to 100 pounds - Occasional
More than 100 pounds - Frequent
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
Ability to hear alarms on equipment
Ability to hear client call
Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff
Ability to hear overhead paging system and fire alarms
Work Environment
This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
Work near moving mechanical parts - Occasional
Outdoor weather conditions - Occasional
Risk of electrical shock - Occasional
Risk of radiation - Occasional
The typical noise level for the work environment - Moderate Noise
Repetitive Motion Actions
Repetitive use of foot control - Occasional
Repetitive use of hands - Occasional
Grasping: simple/light - Occasional
Grasping: firm/heavy - Occasional
Fine Dexterity - Occasional
PERFORMANCE RATINGS KEY
- Abbrev. Rating� Exceeds Expectations � EE 3 Meets Expectations� ME 2 Needs Improvment NI 1 Unsatisfactory U 0 EMPLOYEE-BASED COMPETENCIES/BEHAVIORS�(Part A) Part A of this form has been designed to document the level of performance as measured against the employee-based competencies/behaviors. After each of the competencies/behaviors, senior management has indicated the weighting, giving the highest weighting to those competencies needing the most focus. The Position Questionnaires/Position Descriptions should be used as a reference guide. The total weighting of all competencies/behaviors is 100. The competencies/behaviors support the Anderson Regional Health Systems (ARHS) strategic planning goals which focus on: Safety; Quality; Satisfaction; People and Finance. 15% People and Satisfaction Demonstrates effectiveness and courtesy when interfacing with patients, family members, contributors, healthcare professionals, regulatory agencies, vendors and/or other outside sources. Demonstrates effectiveness and courtesy when interfacing with co-workers at all levels organization-wide. Demonstrates team building leadership. Exhibits organizational values. 15% Quality Participates in the intra and interdepartmental continuous quality improvement process involving enhanced work processes, productivity, and employee relations. Participates in improved departmental efficiency and productivity. Participates in improving and/or supporting departmental policies and procedures. 15% Finance Promotes ARHS financial objectives by effectively establishing position priorities in accordance with department procedures & accurately projecting the time frames needed to perform position-related duties. Conducts position duties in an organized and orderly manner avoiding costly mistakes. Avoids wasting time and departmental resources. 25% Safety / Knowledge / Position Skills Supports and adheres to safety rules and supports and adheres to applicable TJC requirements. Keeps apprised of current and proposed safety and risk management procedures. Displays technical and practical knowledge of essential job functions and position-related duties as described in the Position Questionnaires/Position Descriptions and other sources. Keeps current on trends and issues in the field. Demonstrates effective oral, written and electronic communication skills. Effectively completes a high volume/quantity work load. Performs job duties in a high quality manner. 15% Decision Making / Problem Solving / Critical Thinking / Conflict Resolution Exhibits a sense of ownership for decision-making activities. Displays willingness, effectiveness, accuracy and timeliness in making standard position-related decisions. Demonstrates critical thinking skills in collaboration with others as appropriate. Demonstrates effective conflict resolution skills. 15% Flexibility / Dependability / Professional Responsibilities Demonstrates dependability by maintaining a good attendance record, by being punctual, and must keep licensure and certifications current as per ARHS policies. Demonstrates flexibility and reliability by assisting others when needed. Maintains adherence to ARHS Compliance and Ethics programs. Participates (as approved) in appropriate training programs and volunteers and/or participates on special projects. CAREER DEVELOPMENT (Part B) This Part focuses on the following development issues: employee strengths; career interests and aspirations; and employee development needs. This Part should be completed by the incumbent's immediate supervisor with input from the position incumbent. Employee Strengths
Please provide information explaining the employee's career goals and objectives:
Employee Development
DutiesPlease provide information regarding how the employee can improve his/her position/role-related duties and enhance his/her professional development (i.e. seminars, in-house training, outside course work, etc.):
PERFORMANCE GOALS
FINAL OVERALL PERFORMANCE RATING
Overall RatingPosition Urgency:
Normal
Shifts12 hour PM 7P-7A
State License DetailsMust Be Currently Active
Minimum Years Of Experience1
Minimum Guaranteed HoursNo Guarantee
Specialty TypeNursing
Sub SpecialtyMed-surg Adult
General CertificationsACLSBLS/BCLSPALSNRPATT
BilingualNo
EMR UsedNo Listing
Holiday Coverage RequiredNo
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Contractor
SALARY
$74k-92k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/04/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
09/01/2024
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