About this role
Overview
Integrate collaborative care planning for individual patients and implement nursing standards in the processes of care.
Responsibilities
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Utilizes the nursing process in caring for all patients, to include: assessing symptoms, planning interventions, implementing treatment plans, evaluating responses to interventions, and revising plan based on overall effectiveness.
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Demonstrates the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the population served.
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Adheres to the established practice standards and procedures at New London Hospital, in the administration of all medications and in-patient care activities.
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Documents care provided using hospital standards and appropriate nursing notes
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Provides education to patients and families based on assessment of learning needs.
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Participates in interdisciplinary discharge planning.
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Ensures patient environment is safe and free from hazards.
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Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
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Takes charge assignment, overseeing other staff RNs, LPNs, LNAs, and Unit Secretaries, as assigned.
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Assists in the orientation of new employees to the Medical/Surgical Unit.
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Participates in required hospital and/or unit competencies
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Attends staff meetings as required by Clinical Manager
Qualifications
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Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
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1 year of relevant clinical practice
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Critical thinking skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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Ability to collaborate with multiple disciplines in a professional manner
Required Licensure/Certifications
REQUIRED LICENSE(S): • Licensed RN with NH eligibility REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: • (ACLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 180 days