RN - Registered Nurse - Med Surg 5E

Company: Bon Secours
Location: Richmond
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.Registered Nurse (RN) - Med-Surg Bon Secours Health Southside Medical CenterAbout the Unit5 East is a 37-bed, surgical unit, providing care for Bariatric, Urology, Orthopedic and General Surgical patients. We offer Shared Governance, Career Ladder and other opportunities to grow in area of specialty. Family feel, yet progressive care team. This is a diverse unit that has a culture of teamwork and helping one another. This is a great place for a foundation. We offer self-scheduling, weekend only options, and flexible shifts.Bonuses & OpportunitiesThis position may be eligible for a sign on bonus of $20,000 for candidates with at least one year of experience! New Grad Nurses may be eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus.New to practice Nurses are eligible to participate in the RNow Residency Program, which offers a seamless transition from a student to a Registered Nurse by providing six months of support from trained preceptors and mentors. Benefit from working with subject matter experts in didactic sessions and hands on training. This is one of 3 ANCC accredited programs in the state of Virginia, and the only program in the Richmond, VA area.Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical 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/Kneel 0%
  Crawling 0%
  Climbing 1-33%
  Balance 1-33%
  Bending 34-66%
  Sitting 34-66%
  Walking 34-66%
  Standing 34-66%
  
  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)
  Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
  
  Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
  Prescription drug coverage
  Flexible spending accounts
  Life insurance w/AD&D
  Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
  Paid time off
  Educational Assistance
  And much more
  
  
  • Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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