RN, Hospital - Inpatient Cardiovascular Unit; part-time

I/P Cardiovascular Unit (Billings Clinic Main Campus)

Shift: Day, Evenings, Nights, Weekends

Employment Status:
Part-Time (.5 -.74)

Hours per Pay Period: 0.60 = 48 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage DOE: $38.91 - 61.21

This position may be eligible for an employment incentive, relocation reimbursement, and tuition loan repayment.

Under general supervision, utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation, and theoretical/clinical skills in the promotion/maintenance of health. Incorporates evidence-based nursing practices consistent with national standards and which support quality outcomes. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the quality of nursing care. Directs the plan of care while maintaining professionalism.

• Utilizing a holistic approach and evidence based nursing practices, incorporates the nursing process into the goal-directed plan of care for the patient. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to execute a plan of care appropriate to the needs of the patients.

• Ensures complete, accurate and timely entry into patient medical record as indicated by patient condition and documentation guidelines, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.

• Adheres to Billings Clinic safety standards, policies and practices. Anticipates and identifies problems and safety issues, then initiates appropriate action.

• Maintains appropriate skill/knowledge and application of relevant and commonly used equipment specific to area, pharmacology and laboratory values based on disease process or physiological status.

• Utilizes evidence based practice, supported by nursing research, within specialty area.

• Utilizes performance improvement principles to assess and improve the quality of patient/resident care. Incorporates the Magnet Model in transforming the work environment and quality of nursing care.

• Takes responsibility for own professional growth and development needs; meets all system/departmental educational requirements.

• Demonstrates collaborative, supportive, and caring behaviors in communication with patient's families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.

• Consideration is given to the appropriateness of care based on the population specific needs of the patient.

• Customer service techniques and Personal Service Excellence (PSE) skills

• Regulatory standards (i.e., Joint Commission, OSHA, Patient Safety Standards, etc.)

• Computers and electronic applications

• Nursing practices, planning and assessment within scope of practice

• American Nurse's Association (ANA) Code of Ethics

• Patient safety standards

• Interpersonal communication

• Collection and analysis of information to develop evidence-based plans of care related to specific interventions and goals.

• Incorporate population specific needs into all aspects of communication and patient care; scope of services provided will encompass age groups ranging from infant through geriatric.

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbal and written

• Utilize time management concepts and maximize time effectively

• Work effectively with interdisciplinary care team

• Give attention to detail when planning and performing professional nursing care, resolving patient/resident care problems and dealing with patients and their families, while working with frequent interruptions and competing priorities

• Respond calmly and professionally when dealing with difficult or emergency situations

• Maintain flexibility to adapt to a variety of workload assignments

• Lift, push and pull 50 pounds unassisted

• Resourcefulness in dealing with emergency situations

• May be required to work on varied nursing units for varying periods of time

• Practices within the scope of RN licensure

Education

• 2 Year / Associates Degree (ASN)

• Preferred - 4 Year / Bachelors Degree (BSN)

Experience

• At least one year of RN experience

Certifications and Licenses

• Current Montana state license as a registered nurse, or compact nursing license with ability to obtain a MT RN license within 60 days of hire date

• ACLS certification preferred or ability to successfully complete ACLS training within two years of hire