RN Float Pool Registered Nurse

RN Float Pool Registered Nurse

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To deliver care and create a therapeutic environment for patients and families whose needs range from basic to complex by utilizing the nursing process. To carry out functions in a manner consistent with Performance Improvement and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. To demonstrate clinical excellence through proficient practice which enhances and enriches the practice environment. Proficiency is evidenced by adeptness, facility, aptitude, ease and skill in managing complexity and uncertainty.

Demonstrates quality nursing care and a commitment to the quality care processes as evidenced by:

• Assessing patients' physical and psychosocial status based on interview, examination and review of clinical data.
• Assessing potential for crisis situations and intervening before crisis situation develops with adeptness, facility, aptitude, ease and skill in managing complexity and uncertainty.
• Reassessing patient status at established time frames and as indicated by the patient's condition.
• Based on assessment, analyzing relevant patient data and identifying nursing diagnoses/patient care problems.
• Communicating patient status and assessed needs to members of multidisciplinary team.
• Developing an individualized plan of care, including developmental and cultural needs, in collaboration with the patient, family and interdisciplinary team.
• Reviewing and updating plan of care as needed.
• Acting as a resource to others in developing and implementing plan of care.
• Using the nursing process as a basis for developing, implementing and evaluating nursing interventions.
• Providing patient-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the wealth of human experience.
• Performing technical skills as needed by specific clinical unit safely and competently.
• Coordinating and implementing the medical diagnostic and therapeutic orders as directed.
• Anticipating and managing complications of disease progression and invasive procedures.
• Documenting plan of care, assessments and interventions and patient outcomes in an electronic medical record thoroughly, accurately, and according to CMC Professional Nursing Practice Standards and ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Reporting status, including response to care, and changes in status as appropriate.
• Ensuring calm, supportive and therapeutic environment for patients and their families, serving as an advocate when appropriate.
• Adhering to all safety, organizational and ethical standards according to ANA Code of Ethics.
• Implementing elements of core measures in conjunction with Performance Improvement.
• Identifying current trends which could impact patient outcomes.
• Identifying system resources effectively and allocating them appropriately at the point of care delivery.
• Managing a specific complex clinical procedure common to patients in area of practice, and encouraging colleagues to seek her/his guidance in managing the specific procedure/technique throughout the year.
• Employs critical thinking skills to solve problems and achieve patient outcomes.
• Identifies & communicates needs for innovative nursing practices.
• Identifies & communicates need for new or revised policies, procedures, guidelines, etc.
• Identifies research as a resource in clinical practice.
• Stays current with new resources/knowledge/evidence.
• Serves as a resource/trainer for colleagues regarding competencies, policies and procedures, and clinical practice related to patient population served.
• Utilizes the change process to improve patient care, the work environment, and patient and staff satisfaction.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensure/Certification:
  Current registration in the State of NH as a Registered Nurse. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing BSN strongly preferred. Specialty certification strongly preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience.

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