Critical Care RN MICU

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Scheduled Weekly Hours :

36

Work Shift :

Days / Nights (United States of America)

Summary of Primary Functions

The Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) provides coordinates plans and evaluates the care of the patient in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and within established the nursing process framework. Evaluation is done through data collection assessment identification and prioritization of patient problems / needs including evaluating process / outcome of nursing care interventions and teaching. The RN coordinates provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.

Essential Job Functions

Conducts and analyzes initial and ongoing patient assessment creates a plan of care implements treatment and evaluates treatment effectiveness.

Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures

Serves as point of contact for patients care coordination throughout hospital departments.

Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department and collaborates with spiritual care palliative and ethics when needed

Serves as a point person for care coordination for family members or caregivers.

Performs nursing care associated with life supporting technology / modalities may include but not limited to : ventilator management CRRT IABP Impella ECMO

Performs hemodynamic monitoring

Clinically manages critically ill patients with multi-system organ failure and / or multisystem trauma

Using the AACN Synergy Model restores supports promotes rehabilitates or palliates to maintain the physiologic psychologic and psychosocial stability of patients across the lifespan.

Synthesizes and prioritizes information in order to take immediate and decisive evidence-based patient-focused action using clinical judgement and clinical inquiry.

Anticipates and responds with confidence and adapts to rapidly changing patient conditions.

Responds to the unique needs of the patients and families coping with unanticipated illness or injury and treatment and advocate for their choices in quality of life.

BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing / Certification

Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)

BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred at hire must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care ACLS required within 6 months of hire); PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire required in lieu of BLS / ACLS for Pediatric Units must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

TNCC Trauma Nursing Core Course (preferred)

CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred)

PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred)

RN-BC Registered Nurse - Board Certified (preferred)

TCRN Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (preferred)

National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred)

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)

Work Experience

1 year of RN experience (required)

6 months RN experience in a Med / Surg Critical Care Stepdown or Emergency Department Unit (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Critical Care Course (preferred)

Skills

Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill knowledge and scope of practice of staff.

Orients facilitates learning experience and provides education (based upon quality improvement indicators outcomes and implementation) to nursing staff and others.

Possesses clinical knowledge skills and competency to provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current standards of practice policy and procedure and BSMH mission.

Performs comprehensive assessment of patients clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive resources.

Safely and efficiently develops implements and prioritizes plan of care.

Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery.

Assesses patients physical and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly.

Assists patient and family in coping with patients illness.

Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care.

Strong interpersonal and verbal / written communication skills.

Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their support resources.

Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely.

Advances personal and professional growth through participation in educational programs current literature in-services and workshops.

Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions.

Integrates cost-effective measures into practice and models effective stewardship of available resources.

Practices self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances.

Protects the safety and privacy of all persons.

Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies.

Ability to communicate with patients in a manner they can understand considering their personal preferences.

Compassionate relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness suffering pain and existence.

Remains calm adaptive and collective during an emergency.

Assists with insertion intra-aortic balloon pumps chest tubes and impellas.

Assesses patients through hemodynamic monitoring.

Assists with insertion of transvenous pacing / temporary pacing.

Administers means for conscious sedation.

Knowledge of advanced respiratory modalities.

Manages nursing care of the patient with a Swan-Ganz catheter.

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be required to use physical restraints

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials

May have periods of constant interruptions

• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Lifting / Carrying (0-50 lbs.) : 34-66%

Lifting / Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%

Push / Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%

Push / Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%

Stoop / Kneel 1-33%

Crawling 1-33%

Climbing 1-33%

Balance 1-33%

Bending 34-66%

Sitting 34-66%

Walking 34-66%

Standing 34-66%

Additional Physical Requirements / Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye / hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms / telephone / audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm / hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - far

Acuity - near

Depth perception

Use of latex products

Exposure to toxic / caustic / chemicals / detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust / fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray / electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS / FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts

Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders

Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department :

CMIC 4WE - St. Elizabeth

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .

Key Skills

Senior Care,Nursing Home Experience,Hospital Experience,Acute Care,Basic Math,Computer Skills,Caregiving,Vital Signs Experience,Medical Terminology,Rota Management,Mentoring,Leadership Skill

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1