Source=EinsteinTrinity;ID=1 ;SourceID=44325 ;Status=In-Progress (O) (Offer Accepted);Association=Trinity Health ;Client=IA - MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center ;City=Mason City ;State=IA ;Zip=50401 ;Start=7/23/2023;End=10/21/2023;Duration=13 weeks 90 days;Cert=RN Neuro ;Specialty=Operating Room ;Unit=*Registered Nurse-Neuro-Operating Room ;Shift=06:45:00 - 15:15:00;# of Postions=1;Type=Travel;BillRate=$88.00;OTRate=114.40 ;ChargeRate=91.00 ;CallbackRate=114.40 ;HolidayRate=114.40 ;Description=13 weeks
40 hrs/wk
6:45a-3:15p or 6:45a-5:25p
JOB SUMMARY
This position accepts the responsibility and accountability for the delivery of patient care with the multidisciplinary team while using the nursing process and maintaining professional nursing standards.
ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY
A. Reports to: Clinical Leader Surgery
B. Supervises: Scrub technologist, CNA s, Anesthesia techs
C. Key Working Relationships: Other nursing colleagues, ancillary medical staff
D. Primary Customer Groups: Patients, families and visitors
E. Age/Population of Patients Served:
Neonatal x Adolescent x Geriatric
X Pediatric x Adult All Ages
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Assesses and evaluates the patient s physical, psychosocial, environmental, spiritual, social and education needs and documents patient/family responses to nursing interventions while working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve desired patient care outcomes. (Adherence to policy, Problem Solving, Teamwork)
B. Develops and implements patient s plan of care, including the discharge plan, based on standards of nursing practice, health center policy, and patient/family needs using clinical/critical thinking skills Reviews and updates the plan of care based on changes in patient s condition ((Problem identification, Problem solving).
C. Guides and directs patient care activities for the above-indicated population, by utilizing clinical/critical thinking skills and evidence based practice (Problem Solving, Problem Identification).
D. Provides daily direction and guidance to Licensed Practical Nurse and Nurse Assistant
E. Provides, facilitates, and/or implements learning opportunities to meet the educational needs of patient/family by assessing the learning needs and formulating and initiating a teaching plan to meet those needs (Initiative, Adherence to Policy)
F. Effectively communicates pertinent patient changes/conditions to colleagues and to multidisciplinary caregivers (Teamwork, Communication).
G. Attends and participates in departmental/organizational meetings, in-services and educational opportunities. Department meeting attendance requirement: 80% with 50% in person if department meetings are available by webinar. (Communication/Adherence to Policy)
H. Serves as a steward for the hospital s human and material resources. Meets productivity expectations of unit/department as defined by unit manager. Utilizes and maintains appropriate supplies in department. Supports staffing needs for patient care in multiple units, as needed, while being flexible with schedule and hours. (Teamwork, Adherence to Policy, Adaptability)
I. s Adapts positively to the ever changing health care environment by supporting technology and process changes. Willing to learn new things, is open to change and maintains a calm positive manner under stressful condition (Self-Aware, Initiative, Adaptability).
J. Identifies and takes action to solve problems, supports process improvement teams, which influence customer satisfaction, clinical outcomes and financial stability. (Problem Identification, Problem Solving).
K. Documents patient information in the electronic/paper medical record in an accurate, timely manner. (Adherence to Policy)
L. Delegates/supervises appropriately based on patient needs and the scope of practice. (Communication, Teamwork)
M. Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.
N. Provides competent patient care to the above indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments.
O. Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development, and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs.
P. Communicates with and performs duties following the philosophy of MercyOne North Iowa and the Sisters of Mercy reflecting the organization s Mission, Values, and Guiding Behaviors.
Q. Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
R. Performs other responsibilities as requested by supervisor, manager or department head.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
A. Participates on shared governance councils, department/housewide committees/work teams as requested
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education:
1. Associate Degree in Nursing or graduate from an RN program required.
2. Current RN licensure in the state of Iowa required
3. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
4. Must be able to respond and report to work within 15 minutes when scheduled on call or on a specialty team, 30 minute response.
B. Experience:
1. Previous experience in acute care preferred.
C. Special Skills and Competencies:
1. Certification in CNOR preferred. ie CCRN, CEN, etc. (from the Magnet approved certifications)
2. Ability to work on multiple projects at one time and flexibility to meet department needs.
3. Self-motivated, detail oriented individual able to work with minimum supervision.
X Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status.
X
Must provide proof of Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelines
Completes Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
Completes Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
Completes Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
Completes MANDT Training within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
Completes Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
Complete assigned ECCO modules within 6 months of hire. (for CCU only)
X Completes Cardiac Dysrhythmias and Management class or equivalent within 3 months of hire, and annual skill validation for Cardiac Dysrhythmias
Motor Vehicle:
_____ Mercy Vehicle [select this for positions required to drive a Mercy owned Vehicle]
If required to operate Mercy vehicle, will need to have proof of and maintain valid driver's license on file with Human Resources.
Note any special licenses or requirements for Mercy vehicle operation (i.e. CDL) ______________________
_____ Personal Vehicle [ select this for positions where colleagues are required to drive on a daily or weekly basis, other than to/from work]
If required to operate personal vehicle, will need to have proof of and maintain valid driver's license and adequate insurance coverage on file with Human Resources
__x__ N/A [all others]
All colleagues, who may drive on occasion for their job, are required to carry the minimum State of Iowa required car insurance on their personal vehicle and have a valid driver's license. Compliance with occasional driving requirements are the responsibility of the colleague and will not be monitored by Human Resources. However colleagues could be asked to show proof of insurance or driver's license as a requirement ;InterviewRequired=False ;WinterPlanNeed=No;