Summary

　　The RN develops an overall view of patients, families and caregivers, and establishes strong partnerships to deliver optimal care.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.

　　Renders professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital, in support of medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuant to objectives and policies of the hospital

　　Compliant in completion of all unit specific competencies and requirements required to care for critically ill patients with the department.

　　Involved in quality improvement planning and processes for the area of practice

　　Clinical documentation and care plans completed comprehensively for all patients assigned in a timely manner

　　Seeks feedback regarding practice and takes actions as appropriate.

　　Practice reflects knowledge of current practice standards (ANA, NH Nurse Practice Act, Specialty standards)

　　Communicates patient information appropriate for continuity and safe care through hand offs, walking rounds, and physician/provider interaction.

　　Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by following established procedures and protocols

　　Implements resources and initiatives that are in place or in process to improve patient safety.

　　Works within guidelines of Just Culture Environment to promote error reporting and adoption of safe practices.

　　Assures issues are addressed through appropriate use of the chain of command

　　Completes hourly rounding in collaboration with LNAs (Licensed Nursing Assistant) on all assigned patients

　　Identifies and assists in correction of patient care safety issues.

　　Recognizes and praises excellent performance in colleagues and co-workers, when identified

　　Builds respectful relationships through early and pro-active identification of concerns, complements or suggestions

　　Collaborates unit to unit and shift to shift for resolution of conflicts and issues in a timely manner

　　Consults with nurses in other department/units to draw upon expertise in other clinical areas/specialties

　　Displays professional, positive perspective at all times, including when faced with difficult circumstances

　　Seeks opportunities to assist all team members

　　Displays willingness to resolve tension within the unit or department, for example, by volunteering to accept an admission, or adjust an assignment

　　Demonstrates practice that is consistent with the tenets of shared governance and with the philosophy of the unit and the organization.

　　Assists with solution identification in response to problems and conflicts

　　Effectively delegates aspects of care and unit activities to other nursing personnel

　　Collaborates in planning, supervising, and instructing other nurses and assistants.

　　Works collaboratively with nursing students and instructors

　　Participates in peer review of colleagues

　　Participates in DNV survey readiness.

　　Demonstrates characteristics of the SPIRIT of St. Joseph Hospital with a commitment to my co-workers and holds peers accountable for the same

　　Avoids use of unauthorized overtime

　　Manages ETO per policy

　　Other duties as consistent with this role.

　　For the Cath and Angio Lab Departments

　　3 years’ critical care experience preferred

　　Assist with insertion of Flow wire, Opsens and IVUS. RN must demonstrate contraindications and reversal for IV adenosine infusion.

　　Ability to safely administer procedural sedation. Pass annual sedation examination. Documents sedation according to policies and procedures.

　　For the Emergency Department

　　Remains up to date with unit-based nurse sensitive indicators (such as CAUTI, CLABSI, CDIFF, HAPU, FALLS, HH and VAE).

　　Responds to emergency situations per department/role requirements such as code blue and rapid response team.

　　TNCC within 18 months and NIHSS stroke scale certifications within about a year

　　Job Requirements

　　Job Knowledge and Skills

　　Basic Dysrhythmia preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation.

　　NHISS certification preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation

　　Call required for Cath Lab and Stress Lab.

　　Education and Experience

　　Current New Hampshire RN license required

　　BLS required

　　ACLS required (except for Pre-Admission Testing and Operating Room)

　　PALS (for Emergency Department)

　　Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation

　　Graduate of an approved Nursing program preferred

　　An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

　　Working Conditions/Physical Demands

　　Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

　　Americans with Disabilities Statement

　　Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

　　The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any

　　Standard of Business Conduct

　　Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.

　　Covenant Health Mission Statement

　　We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

　　Our Core Values:

　　Compassion

　　We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

　　Integrity

　　We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

　　Collaboration

　　We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

　　Excellence

　　We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

　　We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status

　　JOB SUMMARY

　　The Registered Nurse is an essential member of the patient care team who is responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all assigned areas. The RN will be required to assess patients upon admission using appropriate interview techniques to obtain past medical history, current medical status, vital signs, lab work, x-rays and other diagnostic test. They will be involved in the planning and implementation of a written care plan under the direction of a Physician.

　　JOB REQUIREMENTS

　　Education:

　　Bachelor's degree required

　　Must possess valid State of New Hampshire RN license

　　BLS certification required

　　ACLS required

　　" Experience:

　　3 year previous nursing experience preferred

　　Medical terminology required

　　Other Skills Required:

　　Excellent mathematical and analytical skills

　　Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

　　We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status