RN Surgical Trauma FT Days

Company: Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital
Location: Tucson
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

Up to $10K Bonus Based on Eligibility

Helping people feel better isn't just about the treatment we give - the relationships we create and the compassion we share are just as important. Carondelet hospitals make a difference in the lives of our communities and the lives of those we work alongside every day. We know it takes a special person to work in healthcare, and we are committed to providing our people with an enriching and rewarding environment.

From your first day, you'll be part of a group of some of the most talented nursing professionals united in a common goal to care for those in our community. Ready to work with awe-inspiring teammates who are dedicated to making a difference? Join us in going above and beyond.

RN Surgical Trauma FT Days Position Summary

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

Assessment - An RN uses a systematic, dynamic way to collect and analyze data about a patient, the first step in delivering nursing care. Assessment includes not only physiological data, but also psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors as well.

• Initial assessment
• Re-assessment
• Focused assessment based on patient condition, setting and population
  
  Problem Identification - Problem identification is the nurse's clinical judgment about the patient's response to actual or potential health conditions or needs.
  
  Planning and Outcomes - Based on the assessment and problem identification, the nurse sets measurable and achievable short- and long-range goals in collaboration with the patient and family. Assessment data, problem identification, and goals are written in the patient's care plan so that nurses as well as other health professionals caring for the patient have access to it.
  
  
  • Establishing daily goals with the patient and family
  • Formulating a plan of care
  • Transition or Discharge planning
    
    Implementation - Nursing care is implemented according to the care plan, so continuity of care for the patient during hospitalization and in preparation for discharge is assured. Care is documented in the patient's record.
    
    
    • Ensures patient safety
    • Medication administration
    • Provision of ordered treatments
    • Patient/Family education
    • Provision of nursing care
    • Documentation in healthcare record
      
      Evaluation - Both the patient's status and the effectiveness of the nursing care must be continuously evaluated, and the care plan modified as needed.
      
      Care Coordination - Actions initiated by nurses with patients, families, and/or members of their healthcare team to manage and correct the sequence, timing, and/or effectiveness of patient care from admission to discharge.
      
      
      • Delegation
      • Supervision
      • Prioritization
        
        THE RN SURGICAL TRAUMA FT DAYS CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE.
        
        LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
        License Required: Valid current Arizona Nursing License or compact state license and ability to become Arizona Licensed in 30 days.
        Certification Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association and others as required by individual department.
        Certification Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or others as required by individual department.
        
        EDUCATION
        Required: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. Continuing education requirements as defined within the CARE program.
        Preferred: Bachelors of Science in Nursing
        
        WORK EXPERIENCE
        Required: One (1) year as an RN.
        Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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