RN Emergency Department (Relief, Variable)
Company: StCharles
Location: Billings
Posted on: September 12, 2021
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Job Description:
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:
RN – Emergency Department REPORTS TO
POSITION:
Department Manager/Director
DEPARTMENT:
Varies DATE LAST
REVIEWED:
January 23, 2017 OUR VISION:
Creating America’s healthiest community, together OUR MISSION:
In
the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care,
better value OUR
VALUES:
Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Emergency Department RN
positions include bedside RNs on various units throughout St.
Charles Health System. These departments provide 24/7
specialized care to patients during emergency visit through
discharge or hospitalization. POSITION OVERVIEW: The RN provides quality patient
and family centered care as a member of the health care team in
accordance with SCHS mission, philosophy, policies, and
procedures. Applies standards for professional nursing
practice and focuses clinical care to enhance the experience for
patients, families, and all others. As a nurse, this position will
oversee the work of other caregivers, providing specific care to
assigned patient(s) throughout the shift, as required under the
scope of the RN licensure. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing
principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this
knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and
procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing
practice in the State of Oregon. Assesses the patient’s condition and needs using critical
thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements
appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines
to meet the patient’s/family’s physical, emotional, spiritual,
social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patient’s
progress. Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately
in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and
procedures for medication administration. Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance
with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory
agencies. Demonstrates awareness of and supports St. Charles departmental
and operating unit goals through participation in continuous
quality improvement and departmental activities. Participates in activities that promote professional
growth and development of self and others. Communicates (both written and orally) effectively and maintains
professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff,
patients, and guests. Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and
implements solution(s) within scope of practice, as
appropriate. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in
all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of
continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a
champion of change. Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all
aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each
individual, patient and caregiver. Participates in creating intentional relationships and
demonstrates focused attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care
experience. Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by
purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way,
including introducing oneself and explaining role in patient’s
care, asking the patient his or her preferred name, sitting
with the patient to determine his or her care goals, active
listening, communicating effectively and appropriately through
touch, eye contact, etc. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers,
patients and guests Conducts all activities with the highest standards of
professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all
applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting
the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an
ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected
violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all
organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that
promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. Performs stand by callback as assigned. Varies by
department. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the
organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION Required: As required by RN
licensure. Preferred:
BSN LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider
certification. AHA ACLS AHA PALS TNCC & Code Grey training required within 6 months Preferred: EXPERIENCE Required: 1 year recent ED RN experience. Preferred: 1 year Triage experience, 1 year Trauma
nursing in a Level 1 or 2 Trauma Center. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) required to perform the job safely. ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION: General: Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact
with a diverse population and professionally represent SCHS. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. Strong teamwork and collaborative skills. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making
skills. Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer
applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS
Office. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard
operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability
to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting,
lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. Occasionally
(25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead,
grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely
(10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool,
lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, operation of a
motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%):
Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%): Heat, cold,
noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP)
Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP . Schedule Weekly Hours: Caregiver Type: Shift: Is Exempt Position? Job Family: Scheduled Days of the Week: Shift Start & End Time:
Required: Current Oregon RN license
Department specific acute care certification. (i.e. CEN, CPEN,
TCRN)
Keywords: StCharles, Billings , RN Emergency Department (Relief, Variable), Other , Billings, Montana
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