Registered Nurse - Shared Resource Pool - Part Time - Rotating
- Req #: 6879
- Address: 2139 Auburn Ave
- City, State: Cincinnati, OH
- Zip: 45219
- Shift: Rotating
Job Description
The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH which promotes an on-going partnership between patients and families and the team of healthcare providers. The care is culturally based and age specific. The RN adheres to American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and to the scope of practice described in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.
Responsibilities
Assessment - Demonstrates the nursing skills to complete a holistic assessment of the patient's physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and education needs utilizing The Christ Hospital Professional Practice Model.
1) Understands signs and symptoms and data related to the patient's presenting needs and actual or potential nursing diagnosis.
2) Recognizes and appropriately reports to the physician and charge RN pertinent abnormal data and changes in the patient's condition.
3) Utilizes appropriate handoff methods to collaborate with other healthcare team members to communicate pertinent data regarding patient'sphysiological and psychological data.
4) Assesses patient, family, and environment for safety risks, proactively seeks out and performs safety initiatives.
Diagnosis and Planning - Utilizes collected data to establish and prioritize a list of actual, and potential, individualized patient problems and needs.
1) Prepares, coordinates, and revises multidisciplinary plan of care in collaboration with the patient and family to be supportive of the TCH model of care/Patient and Family Centered care. For each problem a measurable goal is set.
2) Communicates the plan of care utilizing SBAR and handoff processes with all team members.
3) Establish priorities of care, discusses plan of care during shift report, and participates in care conferences.
4) Initiates discharge planning upon admission, makes appropriate referrals consistent with the anticipated length of stay.
Implementation - The method of providing evidence based, quality care is based on assessed needs and standards of care while adhering to hospital policy and procedures to achieve set goals.
1) Performs and delegates nursing actions based on appropriate orders demonstrates critical thinking and accountability for appropriate implementation.
2) Provides ongoing, individualized holistic patient and family education based on needs and plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
3) Demonstrates critical thinking upon review of physician orders, making appropriate referrals, & contacts other health team professionals.
4) Responds to emergency situations that require an immediate, controlled precision in a skillful manner.
5) Implements measures to prevent contamination and/or transmission of disease to include the use of appropriate protective devices and equiment to prevent injury and maintain a safe environment.
Evaluation - Continuously evaluates nursing practice related to the plan of care in relation to the standards of care established through evidence-based literature and standards established by professional organization that have been built into order sets in the electronic medical record, the individual plan of care, and patient outcomes and goals.
1) Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care interventions, adjusts or continues with plan of care based on patient and family response.
2) Maintains continuity of care by continuous evaluation during "handoff" report, rounding, and upon transfers to other specialty units and post care facilities.
Documentation - Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented in the patient's electronic medical record reflecting the plan of care as implemented by the patient, family, and multidisciplinary team.
Documents information in a timely manner, according to hospital policy, to include the plan of care, accurate updates, teaching and the patients' and family response to care.
Leadership - Demonstrates leadership skills such as the ability to motivate, educate, delegate, and mentor peers and other members of the healthcare team while effectively managing the care of patients and family members.
Acts as a resource and educator for multidisciplinary team members and students, continuously evaluating and documenting competency.
Professional Development - Assumes responsibility and accountability for professional growth and development. Contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and others.
1) Participates in 75% of staff meetings and 75% of council meetings as appropriate. Participates in council activities and task forces to improve competencies of self, co-workers, and staff members related to patient care.
2) Supports self and peers in professional growth and development utilizing resources and opportunities within and outside of The Christ Hospital. Acts as a resource, educator and preceptor for staff and nursing students.
3) Maintains competency in POC (point of care) testing for unit specific nursing practice.
4) Completes all educational requirements to maintain competency related to specific population of patient and/or regulatory agencies (Healthstream education 100% on-time completion and attendance for annual education day). Submits required tests and paperwork in a timely manner without management interventions.
5) Participates in self and peer review activities to include the positive recognition of peers and staff on a regular basis.
6) Participation in professional advancement program is encouraged.
7) Prepares for certification specific to work area of professional practice when eligible.
8) Participation in chosen professional organizations, conferences and research is encouraged.
9) Evaluates nurse-sensitive outcomes and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
10) Participation in community service activities is encouraged.
11) Participation in research activities is encouraged.
Productivity - Understands factors related to cost and effective outcomes when planning and implementing patient care.
1) Initiates care in a timely manner, manages workload effectively.
2) Understands and maintains awareness of fiscal responsibility by utilizing staff, time, equipment, and supplies appropriately.
UNIT POPULATION SERVED COMPETENCY
Evidence exists that The Christ Hospital staff considers the special needs and behaviors of the specific patient populations served, associates demonstrate those competencies that address the unique characteristics related to developmental, physical, psychosocial, mental, emotional, and social needs of patients across the life span. Employees are able to demonstrate those competencies that address the needs of patients with unique cultural norms, religious preferences, language, communication barriers, literacy issues, and health literacy limitations.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:
Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties. Do not list personal credentials of the current jobholder that would not be required if the job were being filled. List any special education required for this position.
EDUCATION:
• TCH does hire AD and Diploma nurses; however
• TCH requires that all nurses hired after January 2010 receive their BSN within 5 years of the date of hire.
• RN's who were employed at TCH prior to January 2010, are required to obtain a BSN by December 31, 2020.
• A MSN or DNP are not required but supersede the requirement for the BSN.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: None required
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: The RN demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education. The RN effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality. The RN maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth. The RN demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:
The RN holds a current licensure to practice nursing in Ohio. Membership in professional organizations is desirable. BLS certification is required prior to patient contact. Certification in area of clinical specialty is expected within five years of eligibility.
About Us
For more than 130 years, The Christ Hospital been the beacon for exceptional healthcare in the Greater Cincinnati community. We're industry pioneers, always pushing the boundaries and reimagining the future of healthcare.
Our culture promotes collaboration, diversity and innovation. Together, as a team, we work tirelessly to enhance healthcare quality, accessibility and safety.
The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH which promotes an on-going partnership between patients and families and the team of healthcare providers. The care is culturally based and age specific. The RN adheres to American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and to the scope of practice described in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.
Responsibilities
Assessment - Demonstrates the nursing skills to complete a holistic assessment of the patient's physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and education needs utilizing The Christ Hospital Professional Practice Model.
1) Understands signs and symptoms and data related to the patient's presenting needs and actual or potential nursing diagnosis.
2) Recognizes and appropriately reports to the physician and charge RN pertinent abnormal data and changes in the patient's condition.
3) Utilizes appropriate handoff methods to collaborate with other healthcare team members to communicate pertinent data regarding patient'sphysiological and psychological data.
4) Assesses patient, family, and environment for safety risks, proactively seeks out and performs safety initiatives.
Diagnosis and Planning - Utilizes collected data to establish and prioritize a list of actual, and potential, individualized patient problems and needs.
1) Prepares, coordinates, and revises multidisciplinary plan of care in collaboration with the patient and family to be supportive of the TCH model of care/Patient and Family Centered care. For each problem a measurable goal is set.
2) Communicates the plan of care utilizing SBAR and handoff processes with all team members.
3) Establish priorities of care, discusses plan of care during shift report, and participates in care conferences.
4) Initiates discharge planning upon admission, makes appropriate referrals consistent with the anticipated length of stay.
Implementation - The method of providing evidence based, quality care is based on assessed needs and standards of care while adhering to hospital policy and procedures to achieve set goals.
1) Performs and delegates nursing actions based on appropriate orders demonstrates critical thinking and accountability for appropriate implementation.
2) Provides ongoing, individualized holistic patient and family education based on needs and plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
3) Demonstrates critical thinking upon review of physician orders, making appropriate referrals, & contacts other health team professionals.
4) Responds to emergency situations that require an immediate, controlled precision in a skillful manner.
5) Implements measures to prevent contamination and/or transmission of disease to include the use of appropriate protective devices and equiment to prevent injury and maintain a safe environment.
Evaluation - Continuously evaluates nursing practice related to the plan of care in relation to the standards of care established through evidence-based literature and standards established by professional organization that have been built into order sets in the electronic medical record, the individual plan of care, and patient outcomes and goals.
1) Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care interventions, adjusts or continues with plan of care based on patient and family response.
2) Maintains continuity of care by continuous evaluation during "handoff" report, rounding, and upon transfers to other specialty units and post care facilities.
Documentation - Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented in the patient's electronic medical record reflecting the plan of care as implemented by the patient, family, and multidisciplinary team.
Documents information in a timely manner, according to hospital policy, to include the plan of care, accurate updates, teaching and the patients' and family response to care.
Leadership - Demonstrates leadership skills such as the ability to motivate, educate, delegate, and mentor peers and other members of the healthcare team while effectively managing the care of patients and family members.
Acts as a resource and educator for multidisciplinary team members and students, continuously evaluating and documenting competency.
Professional Development - Assumes responsibility and accountability for professional growth and development. Contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and others.
1) Participates in 75% of staff meetings and 75% of council meetings as appropriate. Participates in council activities and task forces to improve competencies of self, co-workers, and staff members related to patient care.
2) Supports self and peers in professional growth and development utilizing resources and opportunities within and outside of The Christ Hospital. Acts as a resource, educator and preceptor for staff and nursing students.
3) Maintains competency in POC (point of care) testing for unit specific nursing practice.
4) Completes all educational requirements to maintain competency related to specific population of patient and/or regulatory agencies (Healthstream education 100% on-time completion and attendance for annual education day). Submits required tests and paperwork in a timely manner without management interventions.
5) Participates in self and peer review activities to include the positive recognition of peers and staff on a regular basis.
6) Participation in professional advancement program is encouraged.
7) Prepares for certification specific to work area of professional practice when eligible.
8) Participation in chosen professional organizations, conferences and research is encouraged.
9) Evaluates nurse-sensitive outcomes and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
10) Participation in community service activities is encouraged.
11) Participation in research activities is encouraged.
Productivity - Understands factors related to cost and effective outcomes when planning and implementing patient care.
1) Initiates care in a timely manner, manages workload effectively.
2) Understands and maintains awareness of fiscal responsibility by utilizing staff, time, equipment, and supplies appropriately.
UNIT POPULATION SERVED COMPETENCY
Evidence exists that The Christ Hospital staff considers the special needs and behaviors of the specific patient populations served, associates demonstrate those competencies that address the unique characteristics related to developmental, physical, psychosocial, mental, emotional, and social needs of patients across the life span. Employees are able to demonstrate those competencies that address the needs of patients with unique cultural norms, religious preferences, language, communication barriers, literacy issues, and health literacy limitations.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:
Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties. Do not list personal credentials of the current jobholder that would not be required if the job were being filled. List any special education required for this position.
EDUCATION:
• TCH does hire AD and Diploma nurses; however
• TCH requires that all nurses hired after January 2010 receive their BSN within 5 years of the date of hire.
• RN's who were employed at TCH prior to January 2010, are required to obtain a BSN by December 31, 2020.
• A MSN or DNP are not required but supersede the requirement for the BSN.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: None required
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: The RN demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education. The RN effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality. The RN maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth. The RN demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:
The RN holds a current licensure to practice nursing in Ohio. Membership in professional organizations is desirable. BLS certification is required prior to patient contact. Certification in area of clinical specialty is expected within five years of eligibility.
About Us
For more than 130 years, The Christ Hospital been the beacon for exceptional healthcare in the Greater Cincinnati community. We're industry pioneers, always pushing the boundaries and reimagining the future of healthcare.
Our culture promotes collaboration, diversity and innovation. Together, as a team, we work tirelessly to enhance healthcare quality, accessibility and safety.
