Registered Nurse, ICU
Company: ECHN
Location: Springfield
Posted on: March 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE POSITION - $8k! POSITION SUMMARY:
Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and
indirect patient -centered care. Coordinates patient care by
working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.
Communicates, as appropriate, the patient's clinical condition,
responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or
response to treatment. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of
growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary
to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.
Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice
through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical
Nurse Manager. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an
accredited school of Nursing with a current licensure in the State
of Connecticut. Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life
Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive
certification within the new employee introductory orientation
period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN
in this role. COMPETENCIES Must be able to effectively communicate
verbally as well as in writing using the English language.
Possesses basic computer skills. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and
RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended,
nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all
responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated
with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the
principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These
responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time
to time. Job-Specific Competency 1. Performs population specific
comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the medical and
surgical patient's condition and care needs including the
psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects. 2.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of development of the
adult and geriatric population and the skills necessary to provide
age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data
about the patient status in order to identify each patient's
age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. 3.
Assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management
tools and techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding
pain management. Documentation reflects assessments, interventions
and evaluation of effectiveness. 4. Develops and revises
individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient
response to treatment. Evaluates overall plan daily for
effectiveness. Involves the patient and family in the formulation
of goals. 5. Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the
potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of
medications and their correct administration based on age of the
patient and their clinical condition. 6. Performs all aspects of
patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and
promotes positive patient outcomes. Provides an accurate and
pertinent report of the patient's condition for safe transfer of
care. 7. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a
timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools. 8. Demonstrates an
ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful
situations. Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in
priority setting and delegation. 9. Formulates a teaching plan
based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of
learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. 10.
Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based
standards. Pursues personal and professional growth and
development. Serves as a professional role model and mentor. 11.
Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring, identifies
dysrhythmias and treats appropriately based on ACLS protocols. 12.
Demonstrates knowledge of airway management and procedures and the
ability to use related equipment. 13. Provides care to patients
requiring extensive fluid and electrolyte management. 14.
Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with treatments and
special procedures both in the ICU and other departments
maintaining aseptic technique. 15. Demonstrates ability to assess
and care for patients in the post anesthesia period.
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