Registered Nurse - OR - PRN
Company: WellSpan Health
Location: Gettysburg
Posted on: September 8, 2023
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Job Description:
SummaryIn accordance with the WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital
mission, nurse staffing and the provision of nursing care are based
on the unique needs of the patient population, acuity, census,
patient flow processes and physical facility. The scope of staffing
of nursing care provided is based on prudent judgement to determine
nurse to patient ratios that reflect patient acuity and nursing
intensity based on AORN standards and guidelines. Consideration is
given to each patient's diagnosis and individual needs as well as
specific area needs such as the surgical schedule. Surgical
Services provides the environment and resources to perform surgical
interventions on inpatient and outpatients.PRN -
Day/Evening/NightLevel 1 - 8 to 24 hours in a 6-Week periodJob
Description:Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager,
provides professional nursing care at the beginner practitioner
level within an assigned unit according to established procedures,
protocols and regulations. Coordinates care planning with other
disciplines. May require specialized skills depending on unit
assignment.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides and coordinates
direct care in accordance with the principles of Relationship Based
Care to patients based on the nursing process and according to the
clinical standards of the hospital. Acts as a primary nurse for
patients on the unit. Synthesizes patient data to develop
outcome-driven plans.Safely and independently administers
prescribed treatments, medications, and nursing interventions based
on assessment and plan of care.Appropriately organizes and
prioritizes time based on patient condition and expected workload.
Identifies changes in patients' status and acts accordingly. Knows
and can activate resources to achieve outcomes for
patients.Identifies and communicates individualized patient needs
for inter-shift report and transfer/discharge. Includes
patient/family in planning. Collaborates with all disciplines in
evaluation of patient progress.Appropriately and correctly
documents the patient response to interventions and progress toward
outcomes. Identifies and documents variances from pathway or plan
of care. Appropriately utilizes flow sheets, progress notes, and/or
electronic medical record for documentation. Validates compliance
with system and unit-specific clinical initiatives, i.e. pain
scores, restraints, fall precautions, etc..Keeps practice current
by participating in performance improvement efforts. Complies with
changes in clinical standards and policies. Participate in data
collection for performance improvement activity. Recognizes the
value of evidence based research as it applies to best
practice.Seeks learning opportunities and resources beyond own work
environment and incorporates into practice the new knowledge and
skills acquired.Promotes an environment conducive to professional
practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient and staff
safety. Supports Shared Decision Making by unit committee
membership or by supporting and helping fellow co-workers attend
committee meetings and/or work on SDM projects. Participates in
staff meetings and unit activities. Uses opportunities in the
clinical setting to teach and support others, one-on-one or in
groups (e.g. Students, other hospital personnel).Begins to provide
leadership for problem solving and goal formation. Negotiates for a
win-win solution.Delegates aspects of care to other nursing
personnel in order to meet patient needs and to maximize team
performance. Helps assistive personnel organize and set priorities
for work. Monitors completion of tasks that are assigned or
delegated to the patient care team.Promotes collaboration and
cooperation among physicians, nursing staff, and other members of
the interdisciplinary team. Contributes to effective communications
among all team members. Begins to display conflict resolution and
negotiation skills to maximize team performance.Common
Expectations:Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and
development over the life span of the assigned patient population.
Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides
appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care
to assigned patient age group(s).Demonstrates a commitment to
patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety
regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology
that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and
potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying
opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems
that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety
education programs and root cause analyses as required.Maintains
established policies and procedures, objectives, quality
assessment, safety, environmental and infection control
standards.Enhances professional growth and development through
advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date knowledge,
skills, and competencies.Provides outstanding service to all
customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility
through improvement and innovation.QualificationsMinimum
Experience:6 - 12 monthsMinimum Education:Associate's
DegreePreferred Education:Bachelors of Science, Nursing
(BSN)Required Certification:Registration and current RN license in
PA; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification requiredPhysical
Demands:Prolonged, extensive, or considerable
standing/walkingLifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers
patientsConsiderable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling,
crouching
Keywords: WellSpan Health, Frederick , Registered Nurse - OR - PRN, Healthcare , Gettysburg, Maryland
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