RN - Department of Specialty Care, Urology Clinic, FT

KNOX COMMUNITY HOSPITAL; Ohio; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated RN for their Urology Clinic. This full-time role involves delivering exceptional patient care, utilizing critical thinking, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimal health outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in nursing practices and a commitment to patient advocacy. You will be responsible for assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and providing education to patients and families. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current Ohio license required.
• Two years minimum clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient conditions and develops nursing care plans.
• Documents patient care and maintains confidentiality.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to coordinate care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current Ohio nursing license

AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification

ACLS certification (within one year)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Patient care instrumentation

Job description

RN - Department of Specialty Care, Urology Clinic, FT

Job Specifics

Department of Primary & Specialty Care

Status: Full Time

Shift: Provides direct/indirect patient care utilizing the nursing process within the environment of a Physician office. Applies critical thinking skills to assure the delivery of safe, quality, age specific care. Delegates effectively to appropriate team members. Documents accurately and in a timely manner. Communicates and collaborates with other healthcare team members. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures; regulatory accrediting body requirements; and professional practice standards.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Current knowledge of the nursing role and scope of practice as defined by the State of Ohio Nurse Practice Act and the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Current knowledge of American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics.
• Effective problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS/SOFTWARE

• Basic computer literacy (keyboarding; order entry; word processing).
• Knowledge of and skill in using all instrumentation/equipment for patient care in a physician’s office.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses/reassesses patient’s condition based upon observation of patient and interview of patient and/or family, physician’s diagnosis and data, diagnostic results, and relevant data from other healthcare providers.
• Uses professional knowledge to develop/revise nursing plans of care for assigned patients.
• Delivers safe nursing interventions in an organized, efficient, and prioritized manner to address identified needs.
• Evaluates/re-evaluates patient’s response to nursing interventions and patient’s progress to expected outcome(s).
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with team members, physicians, and other healthcare providers to coordinate the medical and nursing plans of care.
• Accepts delegated responsibilities within scope of practice.
• Delegates responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Documents all aspects of patient care and maintains patient records, Kardex, and care plans in a timely manner.
• Provides patients and family members with relevant health care education and instructions regarding treatments and procedures.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new and tenured personnel, reassigned nurses, student nurses, faculty, Patient Care Assistants, and Medical Assistants; serves as a preceptor when requested.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disaster/emergency procedures and responds appropriately.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for individual knowledge, skills, performance, and behavior in accordance with hospital, division, and unit standards of care and policies and procedures.
• Utilizes measures to promote and maintain patient, visitor, and personnel safety.
• Maintains patient, employee, physician, and organization confidentiality; respects the rights, privacy, and property of others.
• Demonstrates the appropriate use of infection control principles and personal protection equipment.
• Supports the mission, values, and vision of the organization.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides comprehensive, coordinated care management through team-based care to all patients.
• Floats to assigned areas as needed.
• Performs tasks that are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job.
• Participates in staff meetings, educational programs, committees, QI activities, and mandatory in-services.
• Participates in maintaining department functions.
• Demonstrates initiative in personal/professional development.
• Presents a professional image.
• Assists with control of costs through the judicious use of human and material resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited program for nursing education with a current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State of Ohio required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS) certification required.
• Two (2) years minimum clinical experience required.
• Previous Pediatric, Family Practice or Emergency Department experience preferred.
• ACLS is required for certain specialties and must be obtained within one year.