Job Title : Clinical NurseJob Specialty : Telemetry / Step DownJob Duration : 13 weeksShift : Nights (Days of the week - discussion with the manager to meet the needs of the unit)Guaranteed Hours : 36 hours per weekExperience : One year of nursing experience requiredLicense : Registered Nurse licenseCertifications : - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification (AHA or ARC)- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (AHA or ARC)Must-Have : - Nursing Diploma or ADN / ASN from an accredited school of Nursing- Strong communication skills - Ability to assess and prioritize patient care needsJob Description : - Provide competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards- Coordinate and deliver patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting- Participate in identifying and meeting personal learning needs and attend education programs- Use patient education materials relevant to patient population with assistance- Assess readiness to learn and developmental level of patients and factors affecting the ability to learn- Identify expected patient outcomes and seek guidance in revising plans of care as needed- Communicate relevant information for continuity of care- Demonstrate competence in care of patients with complex problems, including addressing physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety aspects of care- Perform bedside point of care testing as required for patient care plan- Utilize organizational and nursing standards, policies, and procedures in delivery of care- Organize and prioritize care according to patient / family needs and consult with appropriate resources for complex care issues- Develop goals for professional growth or minimizing limitations with assistance- Participate in unit goals and performance improvement activities- Assess and anticipate discharge needs of patients and families- Collaborate with patient / family to prepare or update the plan of care- Use full range of communication to convey planning and identify / address cultural and ethnic issues in patient care- Stay informed about activities which facilitate intra / interdepartmental collaboration- Promote a safe, clean, and secure hospital environment This posting is designed for those who wish to grow in their nursing career, working within a collaborative team to ensure positive patient outcomes.
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