SD - RN Ortho/Neuro/Surgical - Rapid City

Job Description

Essential Functions :

Utilizes the ANA Nursing Process (2010) to perform the following functions :

Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the Healthcare consumer s health and / or the situation.

Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or the issues.

Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the Healthcare consumer of the situation.

Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes.

Implements the identified plan. Ensures patient progression along plan.

Coordination of Care coordinates care delivery.

Health Teaching and Health Promotion employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment.

Consultation the advanced practice registered nurse and the nursing role specialist provide consultation to influence the identified plan, enhance the abilities of others and effect change.

Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.

Follows the ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2010) :

Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice

Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice

Evaluates one s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations

Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues

Collaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practice

Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice

Integrates research findings into practice

Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services

Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession

Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner

Supports purpose, vision, and values of Monument Health.

Practices within the legal scope of a Registered Professional Nurse as outlined by the state in which employment occurs and delivers competent care consistent with standards / policies, laws, regulators / accreditation / certifying organizations.

Abides by the Provisions of the Code of Ethics for Nurses (ANA 2010).

Proficiently uses applicable technology and software to :

Support and document nursing activities and patient care.

Access other work-related applications necessary to be an engaged and active associate of the organization, such as company email, iLearn modules, employee engagement surveys, benefits and compensation information, and policies and procedures.

Continuously seeks out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving.

All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required :

Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing

Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Preferred :

Experience - Acute care experience preferred.

Education - Bachelors degree in Nursing