RN - Home Health PPV - Cordova/Bartlett - FT Day

5100 Alliance Health Services; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks a Registered Nurse to provide specialized nursing assessment, care and education in accordance with policies and evidence-based practices.

You will collaborate with a care team, pursue professional development, and uphold high standards of compassionate care as part of a mission-driven, patient-centered culture.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate Degree in Nursing
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Required: Registered Nurse in Tennessee
• Required: Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Required: BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty
• Analytical skills to assess complex patient conditions and develop care plans

Responsibilities

• Provides Practice Excellence through specialized nursing assessment, care, evaluation and education to patients and families according to policies and procedures.
• Promotes evidence-based practice by using research to develop, implement and evaluate process standards (plans of care, protocols and guidelines).
• Provides Leadership Excellence in clinical practice area and supports professional development and growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Clinical nursing

Assessment of patient conditions

Evidence-based practice

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Responsible for the nursing care of patients requiring specialized judgment and skill. This judgment and skill is based on knowledge of the natural, behavioral and nursing sciences and humanities as the basis for application of the nursing process in wellness and illness care. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for the nursing care of patients requiring specialized judgment and skill. This judgment and skill is based on knowledge of the natural, behavioral and nursing sciences and humanities as the basis for application of the nursing process in wellness and illness care. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

Provides Practice Excellence through specialized nursing assessment, care, evaluation and education to patients and families in accordance with established policies and procedures. Promotes evidence based practice by using research to develop, implement and evaluate process standards, such as plans of care, protocols and guidelines. Provides Leadership Excellence in clinical practice area. Demonstrates a commitment to Learning Excellence through professional development and clinical expertise. Demonstrates Role Clarity through professional competence, expertise, and knowledge, and supports the nursing profession through role modeling and fostering an environment of growth and learning.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Associates Degree Nursing
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Registered Nurse 0-1 years
• Preferred - Clinical nursing 1-3 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - Registered Nurse Tennessee
• Required - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Preferred - Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Analytical skills necessary to assess complex patient conditions effectively and to develop comprehensive plans of care. Synthesizes multiple sources of information to assist in the resolution of human responses to complex problems. Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts and techniques, which are central to the nursing profession. Other certifications may be required depending on assigned nursing unit.

Supervision Provided by this Position

The Registered Nurse directs and delegates all patient care activities on nursing units.

Physical Demands

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.