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Summary
The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to focus on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.
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Summary
The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to focus on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.
Responsibilities
* Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
* Provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients, consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
* Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
* Administers medications and treatments using appropriate protocols; monitors side-effects and effectiveness.
* Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care provided.
* Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, families, and caregivers; identifies issues and resources.
Core Competencies
Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process
* Uses critical thinking to assess physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs of patients and families.
* Communicates findings to healthcare team members.
* Develops and modifies care plans based on evidence-based practice.
* Implements patient care and monitors progress.
* Evaluates care effectiveness and patient response.
* Performs timely reassessment and documentation.
Standard II: Patient Throughput & Flow
* Plans for admission, discharge, and transfer needs to facilitate patient flow.
* Uses communication tools to facilitate discharge process.
Standard III: Unit Operations
* Manages nursing care during shifts.
* Maintains equipment and supplies.
* Assesses staffing needs and participates in resourcing.
Standard IV: Safety & Quality
* Promotes a safe environment and positive patient outcomes.
* Engages in quality improvement activities.
* Provides evidence-based care.
* Communicates effectively across care continuum.
* Ensures compliance with healthcare laws and regulations.
Technical Competencies
Clinical Policies and Standards
* Follows standards and procedures, analyzes policies, and contributes to improvements.
Health Information Documentation
* Maintains paper and electronic records, ensures accuracy, and shares information appropriately.
Medical Equipment
* Uses and troubleshoots medical equipment, educates patients, and ensures safety.
Medical Order Processing
* Processes medical orders accurately, understands system functions, and corrects errors.
Patient Chart Reading & Interpretation
* Reviews and interprets patient charts, identifies errors, and discusses findings.
Patient Safety
* Implements safety practices, responds to inquiries, and reports incidents.
Job Requirements
* Education/Skills: Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
* Experience: 1 year in related nursing specialty preferred.
* Licenses: BLS required; RN license in state or compact.
Work Type
Full Time
EEO Statement
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Location
Flint, Wales
Languages
English
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Technology, Information, and Internet
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