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RN - Observation T6

4 months ago

Hammond, United States CARLE Full time

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Special Summer Incentive 

*Sign on bonus - $15,000

*Free Health Insurance for the rest of the year

*Vacation accrual based on RN experience

for nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only ****   
 

Position Highlights:  NT6 Observation

  • Number      of beds on unit: 35
  • Patient      population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit):  The Observation Unit is a 35-bed      unit that provides acute care for issues ranging from cardiac, to general      surgery, to behavioral health. These patients receive holistic care that      reflect the values and mission of Carle Foundation Hospital. Patients’      goal length of stay is 24-48 hours.
  • Nurse      to Patient ratio:  1:5-6
  • Department      culture and resources:  The      Observation unit is a fast-pace, team-oriented unit. We work closely with      our physician partners and ancillary team members to achieve the best      outcomes for our patients. We have a robust Partnership Committee that      meets monthly. We have a unit-based educator, 2 nurse supervisors, charge      nurses and a discharge nurse.
  • Frequent      nursing skills/equipment used: Foley/IV/NG insertions,      Nursing prioritization, IV pumps, Lift equipment, SCDs, Telemetry      monitoring, Patient connection
  • Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
  • Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.
  • Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.
  • Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.
  • Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.
  • Assess IV sites every 4 hours. Start new IVs per Carle policy
  • Must maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart audits
  • Must attend 5 out 6 staff meetings per year
  • Identify change in patient status and respond appropriately