What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN- FLH Emergency Department position at - FLH?
Job Summary
The RN is a nursing professional care provider under the direction of the director or designee who utilizes the nursing process, nursing standards and physicians orders to plan, provide and direct nursing practice. Accomplishment of nursing practice that includes practice elements as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing and in accordance with the Ephraim McDowell Health nursing professional practice model. Performance that accomplishes patient and family centered care as central to practice and a foundation of caring, compassion, competence, communication, collaboration and teamwork. Responsible to participate in shared nursing leadership to accomplish positive outcomes, education, respect, dignity and safety for the patient and their family. Accountable for leadership of self and others and functions as charge nurse when designated. Exhibits F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service and Trust).
WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Works in a well lighted, ventilated and air conditioned area. Schedule may consist of weekends, holidays and shift work. Often exposed to unpleasant odors, sights and sounds. Long periods in a stationary position and moving around the unit are required. Risks exposure to disease, infection and physical strain and assault. Risks exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, radiation and antineoplastic agents. Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently.
CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:
Patient, family members, support person, significant others, physicians, Associates, other healthcare providers, community resource personnel, administrative staff and Organizational support services.
EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
(See Competency Checklist)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR EQUIVALENTS:
Education: Associate's Degree of Nursing.
Experience: One (1) year of nursing experience preferred.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS:
Current RN license in the state of Kentucky. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (successful completion within three [3] months of employment), ACLS/PALS or ENPC/TNCC/Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (successful completion within one [1] year from hire or requirement date). If ACLS or PALS is expired, will only be able to care for non-critical patients. If TNCC is expired, will not be able to be in charge of trauma patient. Annual Trauma Education required (provided on site).
Shift: Varied
