Registered Nurse (RN) - FT - Days - WH Maternal CCU - Edinburg, Texas - CCU - Coronary Care

• Ability to practice nursing as described by the following definition by the American Nurses Association (2016): "the essential core of practice for the registered nurse to deliver holistic, patient-focused care." Ability to utilize the best nursing process in the provision of nursing care including but not limited to administering treatments and medications, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating a plan of care, collaborating with other health care providers and providing education to patients and/or significant others.-- The successful candidate will be required to pass competencies for this position. Abel to adjust and/or troubleshoot monitoring equipment and computer equipment. Must be able to interact and communicate with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and families in an effective manner. Exhibits tact, enthusiasm and patience. Must be sensitive to cultural differences.
• Experience: 6 months -1 year continuous hospital experience as a RN in labor and delivery is strongly preferred.----POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:-- Ensures care is delivered to each patient in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and ANA Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice.-- --
  Performs family-centered evidence based nursing care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Implements physician's orders in a safe and accurate manner. Assists with admitting, discharging and transferring patients. Transcribes and implements new physician orders. Adapts to the needs of the unit by demonstrating flexibility/adaptability. Maintains detailed and accurate records of nursing actions. Participates in health/therapeutic counseling, teaching/emotional support for patients and significant others. Makes rounds on assigned patients and prioritizes patient's needs. Maintains a safe and clean environment for patients and co-workers. Provides and receives reports in a status of patients at the change of shifts. Administers medication and therapies within the scope of safe nursing practice. Formulates, modifies and implements goal oriented patient care plans according to facility policies. Assumes responsibility to report clinical limitations or the need for assistance to the supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Abides by the rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Nurse Examiners Adheres to policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services. Informs the charge nurse of any anticipated and/or actual issues/problems. Maintains current with all new policies and procedures published. ------------------------------------------------------ -- Provides direction to non-licensed nursing staff in the delivery of patient care. -- Anticipates potential problems situations and intervenes to offset any adverse impact. Contacts the organ procurement organization in order to satisfy regulatory requirements for the determination of medical suitability for organ, tissue and eye donation; completes certificate of referral/request and places same in the medical record. Builds a positive work environment by guiding employees to support the mission of the hospital, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging teamwork. Ensures the distribution and delivery of equipment/supplies as necessary. Flexibility in schedule to meet unit needs and weekend/holiday requirements. Plans and coordinates time schedule with peers to provide coverage. Participates in unit based council and/or hospital committees. Attends mandatory unit and hospital meetings/classes. Ensures care is delivered to each patient in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and ANA Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice. Other duties as assigned. --Standard I:-- Quality of Care The nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.Standard II:-- Performance AppraisalThe nurse evaluates his/her own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and relevant statues and regulations.Standard III:-- EducationThe nurse acquires and maintains current knowledge in nursing practice.Standard IV:-- CollegialityThe nurse contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others.Standard V: EthicsThe nurse's decisions and actions on behalf of patients are determined in an ethical manner.Standard VI:---- CollaborationThe nurse collaborates with the patient, significant other, and health care providers in providing patient care.Standard VII:-- Research The nurse uses research findings in practice.---- Standard VIII:-- Resource UtilizationThe nurse considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost in planning and delivering patient care.Standard IX:-- Practice EnvironmentThe nurse contributes to the environment of care delivery within the practice settings.Standard X:-- AccountabilityThe nurse is professionally and legally accountable for his/her practice.-- The professional registered nurse may delegate to and supervise qualified personnel who provide patient care.--

  Builds a positive work environment by guiding employees to support the mission of the hospital, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging teamwork. --LINES OF RESPONSIBILITY:Chief Nurse Officer -Vice President - Nurse Director - Charge Nurse
  

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