BCLS Certification; ACLS, PALS, or other certifications as required for specialty areas
2 years of acute care nursing experience preferred; new grad training available
Knowledge of nursing practices, legal aspects, and patient rights
Ability to operate technical equipment safely and efficiently
Responsibilities
Apply nursing process in direct patient care and document assessments
Provide patient education and discharge planning from admission
Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients
Supervise care provided by others and ensure quality of care
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and medical staff
Benefits
Participation in mandatory and optional educational activities
Opportunities for professional development and training
Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork
Adherence to hospital quality management and performance improvement guidelines
Full Job Description
Description
Job Objective:
A Registered Nurse is responsible for the nursing care of patients as established by the Nursing Practice Act of the Board of Registered Nursing of the State of California and as guided by policies and procedures of the hospital.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Nursing Process
Applies nursing process in direct patient care:
Provides accurate assessment and documentation of physiological, psycho social, cultural, developmental, socioeconomic, and spiritual needs of patient as evidenced by assessment within time frame appropriate for level of care
Provides logical sequence of action, updates nursing care plan as evidenced by notations on care plan, provides evaluation each shift of patient's progress In relation to the patient care plan, if applicable to area of care
Provides Information to patient/family relating to educational resources available, Directs patient/family educational process
Provides discharge planning beginning on admission with appropriate referrals and update as required by the patient
Adheres to the admission and transfer criteria
Adheres to all current policies and procedures in providing patient care and seeks clarification if needed.
Evaluates and documents outcomes of medical, nursing, and ancillary team interventions
Incorporates time management skills in accomplishing care
2. Nursing Care Delivery Process
Knowledgeable regarding current nursing practices and procedures
Demonstrates knowledge and use of resources and forms
Demonstrates knowledge of hospital structure and administrative resources
Demonstrates ability to interpret rules and regulations
Knowledge of legal aspects of nursing care
Demonstrates knowledge of legal documents pertinent to unit/area of care
Demonstrates knowledge of Patient rights
Acts as liaison between medical staff and patient care team
3. Technical Equipment
Able to operate technical equipment in area of care, safely, efficiently, and accurately
4. Environment
Assists in maintenance of a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment
Assesses safety/cleanliness of patient/unit environment and reports conditions requiring change
Utilizes resources, equipment, and supplies efficiently and with cost awareness
Reports hazardous conditions to appropriate department for correction
Uses clean and aseptic techniques for protection of patients and personal safety
Prevents contamination and/or transfer of Infection by use of the Exposure Control Plan and Standard Precautions in daily work
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency codes
5. Leadership/Professionalism
Supervises care provided by others
Assumes responsibility for quality of care given
Gives accurate and concise patient care report to appropriate persons
Gives accurate, concise patient care reports
Demonstrates knowledge of scheduling guidelines
Maintains professional attitude and effective working relationships with fellow staff members, other departments, patients' families, medical staff and volunteers
Functions appropriately and effectively under pressure. Provides care as part of team effort in crisis or emergency situation
Adheres to all privacy laws when dealing with confidential and protected health information (PHI)
Maintains the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information
Adheres to the Code of Conduct
Adheres to all Antelope Valley Hospital Compliance & Integrity Program policies and procedures including the duty to report compliance violations and the duty to disclose conflicts of interest
Completion of all mandatory initial and annual training within assigned time frames per established guidelines
Demonstrates ethical decision making, integrity, and a willingness to promote a culture of safety
6. Communication
Communicates effectively with patients, families, visitors, and physicians
Responsible for problem solving and crisis intervention related to physicians, patients, families, and staff
Follows the Chain of Command and Conflict Management process established by AVH
Displays a willingness to follow directions and to accept and utilize constructive criticism
7. Age Specific & Cultural Requirement
Demonstrate knowledge regarding special needs and behaviors of age specific and cultural groups
Participates in age specific and cultural educational and training programs
Demonstrates proficiency in required age specific and cultural competencies
Non-Essential Duties:
Participates on unit or hospital based committees
Other duties as assigned, within compliance with Title 22, The Joint Commission, and CMS.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge
Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors
Conforms to required accreditation standards.
Conforms with and supports hospital quality management and performance improvement guidelines
Skills
Skill and ability to follow telephone etiquette/standards
Displays a willingness to work as a team player
Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties
Abilities
Ability to adhere to all established AVH policies and procedures and to interpret and function under these.
Ability to organize work and establish priorities
Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties
Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
Ability to relieve clerical staff at desk, or to adopt any function commonly assigned to unlicensed
assistive personnel, or as allowed within scope of nursing practice, as needed
Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times
Ability to be flexible in meeting staffing requirements of the facility
Ability to meet basic health requirements and physical job standards
Education and Experience:
Education
Adheres to required educational standards
Maintains current licensure, certifications, education, and physical health standards.
Participates in mandatory and/or optional educational activities/offerings. Attends staff meetings regularly and as required by assigned unit
Demonstrates knowledge and competency on hospital information technologies used in the designated patient care area.
Successfully completes written and practical competencies annually or otherwise as assigned.
Experience
Two years' acute care nursing preferred, new grad training provided as appropriate
Required Licensure and/or Certifications:
Current California Registered Nursing license
BCLS Certification
ACLS, PALS, and/or other additional Certifications required for some specialty areas
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Work often performed under stressful, emotional, and physical conditions
Accepts additional workload during times of unexpected circumstances, e.g., high activity, high census, and sudden emergencies
May be exposed to contaminated instruments that may cause infections, burns, or cuts
May also be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation
A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.
About WellSpan Health
WellSpan Health is a non-profit healthcare system that provides services to patients in central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. The system includes eight hospitals, over 19,000 employees, and more than 200 patient care locations. WellSpan Health offers a range of services, including primary care, specialty care, and hospital-based care. The system is committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to the communities it serves. WellSpan Health was founded in 1998 through the merger of several local healthcare organizations.
