Registered Nurse Tier 1 (Union

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality patient care in collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary teams in Kentucky.

The RN will assess patients, develop and adjust care plans, administer medications and IV therapies, and support discharge planning while educating patients and families. The role requires RN licensure, BLS, and de-escalation training within 6 months.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree in nursing per job posting.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• De-escalation training within 6 months of hire.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessments, formulates a plan of care, oversees implementation, and evaluates the plan using critical thinking.
• Administers medications, IV therapy and treatments as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Mentors and precepts students and or new staff.
• Ensures safe environment for patients and staff; participates in discharge planning and transition of care.
• Utilizes SBAR for handoffs and communication; documents pertinent findings in the medical record.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and works as a team member.

Skills

SBAR communication

Critical thinking

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree is preferred

Associate's degree required

Registered Nurse license required

BLS certification required

De-Escalation training within 6 months

Driver's license required

Job description

Overview

The Registered Nurse requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process in the respective departments in which assigned. The RN must collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; provide physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members and students.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessments, formulates plan of care, oversees implementation of plan of care, evaluate and adjust plan of care utilizing critical thinking skills
• The performance of other nursing acts which are authorized or limited by the board, and which are consistent either with American Nursing's Association Standards of Practice or with Standards of Practice established by nationally accepted organizations of registered nurses.
• Care, counsel health teaching and promotion, utilizes Teach Back methodology as affirmation of comprehension
• The administration of medication, intravenous therapy and treatment as prescribed by a LIP
• Supervision, delegation and follow-through to other personnel in the performance of activities relating to nursing care.
• Mentors and precepts students and orient new staff as assigned
• Reports up chain of command Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager/House Nurse Coordinator pertinent information
• Participates on various teams, committees or performance improvement initiatives
• Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, coworkers and self
• Participates in Discharge Planning and Transition of Care (able to define pt needs)
• Serves as a patient advocate and escalates patient related concerns timely
• Timely documents pertinent findings in medical record
• Assist patients in performing activities of daily living and functions as an active team member
• Assumes responsibility for personnel professional development
• Utilizes effective communication skills and active listening, exhibits compassionate and empathetic attitude
• Practices Hands Off communication utilizing SBAR; Performs Bedside Shift reporting utilizing SBAR (unless contradicted)
• Functions as a positive influence, role model and adheres to professional code of conduct
• Respects dignity and confidentiality of all matters relating to patients
• Refer to Special Addendum and Staff Nurse Position Description
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• Associate's Degree Required
• Registered Nurse. Required
• BLS upon hire Required
• De-Escalation Training within 6 months of hire Required
• Driver's License required
• Responsible for preparation of and interpretation of client plans of care and systematic assessments/reassessments.
• Responsible for performing nursing treatments, procedures and total client care in accordance with established agency andnursing care standards.
• Responsible for communicating pertinent client assessments/reassessments finding to physician.
• Responsible for initiating referrals to other health care organizations and community services based on identified client needs andphysician orders.
• Able to travel to client residences in inclement weather and provide nursing care in varying environmental situations.