Registered Nurse (RN) - CCU / PCU
Company: Bon Secours
Location: Richmond
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) - CCU / PCUApply NowRequisition R128918
Market Richmond, Virginia Department Med/Surg Unit - Richmond
Community Hospital Shift Evenings/Nights Schedule Full-timeThank
you for considering a career at Bon Secours!** 20K BONUS ELIGIBLE
RULES and RESTRICTIONS APPLY***About the Hospital:Since 1907, Bon
Secours Richmond Community Hospital has been serving the needs of
Richmond residents.Named a "Top Performer" for ER patient
satisfaction, reflecting their reputation as a premier provider of
emergency-room services, this 104-bed hospital is located in
Richmond's historic Church Hill neighborhood and features an
adjacent medical office building which features the recently opened
Good Health Pharmacy.Were honored to have received recognition for
its work in the Saving 100,000 Lives Campaign by the Institute for
Health Care Improvement.We also offer a dedicated 40 bed unit for
acute psychiatric treatment and stabilization, including 24-hour
emergency psychiatric evaluation. Our world-class physicians are
experts at treating a wide range of medical conditions, but we also
believe in treating the whole person. Our Mission is to deliver
compassionate, quality health care to every patient, every
time.Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Registered Nurse Progressive Care functions as a care provider
of a multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of
patient care through using the nursing process of assessment,
diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN
possesses the basic knowledge of a patient's age and cultural
diversity into the provision of patient care, demonstrates strong
skills related to effective time management and prioritizing
patient care, contributes to the provision of quality nursing care
through performance improvement initiatives, collaborates with
other professional disciplines, and supports the mission of the
ministry to provide physical and psychological support to patients
and families.
Essential Job Functions
In collaboration with members of interdisciplinary teams, the RN
establishes goals and strategies for meeting the discharge or
continuing care needs with the patient. The RN performs and
documents complete patient assessments, initiates and maintains
current nursing care plans for all assigned patients, identifies
patient learning needs to provide individualized and comprehensive
teaching, administers medications in a safe manner consistent with
the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and
procedures, serves as a point of contact for patients' care
coordination throughout the hospital departments, acts as a patient
safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in
the department, and serves as a patient advocate in collaboration
with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics.
Skills
Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and
scope of practice of staff.
Orients, facilitates learning experience, and provides education
(based upon quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and
implementation) to nursing staff and others.
Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide
evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current
standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission.
Performs comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition
and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive
resources.
Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan
of care.
Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery.
Assesses patient's physical and emotional responses to treatment to
evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes;
revises plan of care accordingly.
Assists patient and family in coping with patient's illness.
Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient
care.
Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for
patients and their support resources.
Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires
information to perform safely.
Advances personal and professional growth through participation in
educational programs, current literature, in-services, and
workshops.
Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and
delegated actions.
Integrates cost-effective measures into practice and models
effective stewardship of available resources.
Practices self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and
difficult circumstances.
Protects the safety and privacy of all persons.
Understanding and utilization of office and clinical
technologies.
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious
materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
Prolonged periods of working alone
Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.):34-66%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.)34-66%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)34-66%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.)34-66%
Stoop/Kneel0%
Crawling0%
Climbing1-33%
Balance1-33%
Bending34-66%
Sitting34-66%
Walking34-66%
Standing34-66%
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception
Use of Latex Gloves
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Patient Population
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)Bon Secours HealthAbout Bon Secours
HealthAs a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon
Secours Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all
people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care.
Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion,
collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours Health seeks
people that are committed to our values of compassion, human
dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an
environment where associates want to work and help communities
thrive.Registered Nurse (RN) Med-Surg Bon Secours Health Southside
Medical CenterJob Summary:The Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN)
position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to
patients by:Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills
to assess patient statusProviding care to patients with medical and
surgical diagnosesImplementing clinical nursing interventionsHaving
a highly diverse medical skillsetDeveloping and performing patient
care plans to enhance and improve outcomesEnsuring a safe and
therapeutic environmentEssential Functions:Collaborate with the
interdisciplinary care teamCollect vital signs, administer IV
medications, understand charting and assess patient
conditionAbility to perform at a higher patient-to-nurse
ratioEvaluate, update and revise plan of care to facilitate
achievement of planned and expected outcomesAdminister medications
in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Mercy
Health policies and proceduresOther duties as
assignedEducation:Diploma of Nursing or Associate of Nursing from
an accredited nursing programBachelors degree in nursing
(preferred)Work Experience:Previous RN experience on a similar
nursing unit or Long-Term Care settingRequired Licensing &
Certifications:Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse
(RN)Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (preferred
upon hire, must obtain prior to direct patient care)Bon Secoursis
an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward*
your hard work with:
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