STAFF NURSE / PER DIEM / ROTATION - BWH CARDIOVASCULAR SERVICE LINE.
Location: Boston Massachusetts
Description: Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is at present looking to employ STAFF NURSE / PER DIEM / ROTATION - BWH CARDIOVASCULAR SERVICE LINE. right now, this vacancy will be placed in Massachusetts. Further informations about this vacancy opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Responsibilities: GENERAL OVERVIEW:
The Register! ed Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for assigned patients in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care as set forth in the Nursing Department’s Clinical Practice Manual.
The registered nurse demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the
patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively
manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and
evaluation of patient care and is directly responsible to a designated nurse director, or
supervisor.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:CLINICAL PRACTICE:
A. Organization of Patient Care
1. Accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of care
for a specific patient assignment.
2. Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying a! cuity.
3. Maintain continuity through clear and concise (v! erbal and written) communication.
4. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and
development of the adult and geriatric patient. In areas, such as the NICU and Obstetrics
the principals of growth and development are applicable to the neonate.
B. Quality of Care:
1. Documents patient care in a manner that is clear, complete, concise and in compliance with
nursing documentation standards.
2. Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from an initial assessment of patient
and family, information from other members of the health care team, intra-agency referral
and previous medical records.
3. Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate
resources and documents according to the department’s documentation standards.
4. Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals
including community resources.
5. Evaluates the! effectiveness of the plan of care, and documents progress in meeting
stated goals. Revises plan of care as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
6. Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or
quality improvement programs.
7. Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, family and visitors.
8. Administers medication safely according to established policies and procedures.
9. Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
10. Uses equipment safely and efficiently.
11. Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual risks of infection and modes of transmission.
Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
C. Coordination/Collaboration:
1. Interacts with patients, families, and colleagues in a professional manner.
2. Collaborates with other discipline(s).
3. Develops, utilizes and evaluates unit-specific standards of care.
4. Upholds the A.N.A. code of ethics a! nd acts as a role model to other staff members.
5. Participates in ! determining and implementing goals and objectives for the unit.
6. Participates in determining goals and objectives in the periodic review and evaluation.
7. Serves on unit-based and organizational committees, and disseminates information to
peers.
D. Education:
1. Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own
learning needs.
2. Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues.
3. Participates in unit-based and organizational educational programs.
4. Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.
E. Research:
1. Utilizes nursing research findings in clinical practice.
2. Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting investigators.
F. Budget:
1. Utilizes time and materials in an effective and economical manner.
2. Provides suggestions which support the delivery of cost effective health care.
3. Asse! sses patient's acuity accurately when making decisions regarding staffing,
transfers and assignments.
4. Demonstrates awareness of the need to manage within established budgetary
boundaries.
G. Personnel:
1. Participates in the orientation of new staff members, students and others as
appropriate.
2. Provides input into the clinical evaluation of other staff, as appropriate.
3. Assumes responsibility for the unit in the absence of leadership personnel.
4. Adheres to hospital and nursing policies and aids in their interpretation to others.
5. Recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate channels.
6. Participates in the cooperative effort and peer support required for the smooth
running of the unit, e.g., flexibility in relation to patient assignments, shift
assignment, or work schedule.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:A. Education:
Graduate of an approved school of nurs! ing with current registration in
Massachusetts. For newly licensed ! nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in
Nursing is required.
B. Experience:
Prior experience not required unless specified for certain specialty areas.
C. Other:
Membership in professional organizations is recommended and certification in
a specialty area is encouraged.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
The RN must show evidence of the basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of
patients. Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities. Must be able to
function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills. Must demonstrate
effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, team work, communication,
respect for others, and time/priority management.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in a variety of patient care environments where there may be exposure to communicable
diseases and hazardous materials such as chem! otherapeutic agents, radioisotopes, and radiation. Work entails walking and lifting.
Required to Work Weekends Per Contract
Shift: Rotating Shift.
This is a Per diem position.Weekend Rotation per MNA Contract.
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer Additional Information General Overview The primary responsibilities of the Clinical Support RN for the Cardiovascular Access program will be to 1). Assist with the transfer of patients from outside facilities to the cardiovascular service line. 2). Assist with the flow of the in-patients within the cardiovascular division, including cardiac catheterization lab, EP lab, CVRR, cardiac surgery ICU to step-down, and CCU. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Assists referring physicians and BWH physicians with the transfer of patients from outside facilities as well as triaging the urgency and coordinating the appropriate placement of patient within the Shapiro Cardiovascular Center.2. Elic! its patient information and notifies team and inpatient service of admi! ssion.3. Provides proper documentation of anticipated transfers to alert appropriate staff of patient’s medical information.4. Reviews schedules for vascular surgery, cardiac surgery, electrophysiology, cardiac catheterization laboratory to identify and evaluate overall service line bed demands and capacity constraints.5. Works closely with admitting to assist with appropriate clinical placement of both inpatients and transfers.6. Collaborates closely with Nursing directors, NIC’s , Admitting, and off Nursing supervisors to cap and flex beds when census dictates.7. Keeps Cardiac Anesthesia informed of potential delays in bed availability with cardiac surgery post-op patients.8. Attends vascular and cardiac surgery beds rounds to assist with the appropriate flow of patients throughout the cardiovascular service. 9. Provide insight and feedback to the Access Manager regarding quality improvements and performance within the Cardiovascular Service line. Assist with on going! quality improvement projects as well as maintaining statistical data Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree in nursing
Five years RN experience
Two years current cardiology experience with a preference of cardiac procedural knowledge. Skills/Abilities/Competencies required:
Excellent written and oral communication skills to work with individuals from various fields of expertise, including physicians, nurse, and support staff within the institution as well as outside providers.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate well with multidisciplinary teams.
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