Registered Nurse NICU

Summary :

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager / Assistant Nurse Manager, the Professional Nurse practices within the Professional Practice Model, the MA Nurse Practice Act, ANA Standards of Practice, and Code of Ethics and demonstrates Baystate Health's core values.

The Professional Nurse demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide expected standards of care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational spiritual, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of patients.

The Professional Nurse assumes responsibility for the patient's plan of care and is held accountable for decisions specific to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care.

The Professional Nurse provides care directly to patients and in collaboration with other healthcare team members. The registered nurse maintains a current level of knowledge and skill with technical procedures as defined by the nursing specialty organization, complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies, and is currently licensed in the state of Massachusetts as a registered nurse.

Job Responsibilities :

1) Demonstrates organizational skills that maintain safe delivery of the standard of care for assigned patients / families;

manages own assignment by delegating and collaborating effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members. Administers medications and treatments according to policy / procedure.

2) Conducts accurate age-appropriate, clinical assessments; identifies and prioritizes patient / family strengths, needs, and priorities;

develops, implements, and evaluates the patient's individualized plan of care. Documents all assessments according to policy.

3) Recognizes acute changes in patient status and intervenes appropriately.

4) Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient / family, utilizing appropriate resources and documents accordingly.

5) Adheres to practice guidelines specific to the care setting : a) utilizes standards, policies, and procedures to support clinical decision-making b) seeks guidance from appropriate resources c) demonstrates knowledge of performance improvement initiatives.

6) Demonstrates caring practices that create a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients and staff, with the aim of promoting comfort and healing and preventing unnecessary suffering.

7) Demonstrates respect for patient / family dignity and privacy in all patient / family interactions. Establishes and maintains mutual trust within the nurse-patient / family relationship, and engages patient / family participation in care.

8) Addresses patient experience concerns promptly and objectively. Escalates to leadership as needed.

9) Recognizes ethical dilemmas within one’s practice area and uses available resources to intervene effectively.

10) Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources;

communicate plan and collaborate with the patient / family regarding discharge plans.

11) Actively participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds. Documents plans and communicates to patients.

12) Participates in unit / house-wide performance improvement initiatives.

13) Successfully completes annual competencies and mandatory education requirements.

14) Participates in shared governance and unit decision-making.

15) Demonstrates progress in meeting personal and professional goals.

16) Respects diverse views and approaches, and contributes to maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.

Required Work Experience :

Must have 10 months or more of clinical experience as an RN Any exception must be approved by the CNO

Preferred Work Experience :

None Listed

Skills and Competencies :

Baystate Health required competencies per department