Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinic

Arkansas Heart Hospital, LLC.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Heart Hospital, LLC. Clinic Nurse is needed to perform assessments, develop and implement a care plan, and lead the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe delivery of care.

You will administer medications, provide patient/family education, coordinate discharge planning, and perform Point-of-Care procedures in line with hospital policy and age-specific parameters.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN or LPN license in good standing; Nursing Compact licensure preferred.
• BLS certification required; ACLS by end of orientation (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Completes admission and periodic reassessments per patient progress and unit protocols.
• Documents findings and communicates with the interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborates to develop, evaluate, and revise the plan of care.
• Provides direct care in a safe, comforting environment.
• Educates patients and families; maintains confidentiality.
• Administers medications and treatments per policy.
• Coordinates discharge planning with the care team.
• Performs Point-of-Care procedures as policy dictates.
• Responds to emergencies with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Patient Education

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Point-of-Care Testing

Education

Accredited Nursing Program Graduate

Job description

DescriptionPosition SummaryThis professional staff person is responsible for performing assessments, developing a plan of care and implementing and evaluating the care. The Clinic Nurse administers medications and treatments as ordered by physicians and in keeping with the current clinical nursing practice. The Clinic Nurse is responsible for directing, monitoring and evaluating the care delegated to non-licensed personnel. This person will lead the interdisciplinary care team to ensure safe and accurate delivery of care. In addition, the Clinic Nurse performs a range of technical services in a cross-functional mode to comprehensively serve patient needs. Assumes (under the direction of the Laboratory) responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement and equipment maintenance.Work ScheduleFlexible schedules to cover all shifts and weekends, as hospital needs demand.Primary DutiesPatient Care:Completes admission assessment and periodic reassessments according to patient’s progress and/or unit protocols and age-specific parameters .Documents findings and communicates all pertinent information to interdisciplinary team members as appropriate.Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in the development, evaluation and revision of the plan of care as appropriate to meet the patient’s needs and goals.Provides competent direct care and ensures the provision of a safe and comforting environment resulting in a high level of patient satisfaction.Assists healthcare team members in the understanding of hospital policies and procedures.Provides education to patients/families/significant others, incorporating age-specific criteria and assessment of readiness to learn.Maintains patient confidentiality.Maintains standard precautions.Administers medications and completes treatments according to hospital policy and within age-specific parameters.Maintains all necessary documentation.Facilitates discharge plan in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.Demonstrates knowledge and ability to use necessary patient care equipment.Coordinates response of the interdisciplinary team to emergency situations.Performs Point-of-Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point-of-Care quality control standards.Qualifications/SpecificationsEducation: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.Licensure/Certification: Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse with current state licensure or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. BLS certification required prior to providing direct patient care. Successful completion of ACLS is required by the end of clinical orientation if applicable . (BMI Clinic - ACLS not required) Certifications will be renewed by recommended renewal date on the certification documentation.Qualifications