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Location: MO-Our Organization, 1201 Grand

Employment Type: Regular

The Registered Nurse (RN) serves as a key healthcare professional responsible for overseeing and directing nursing care within the cath lab and interventional radiology departments. A proactive and enthusiastic approach is essential to contribute to the success of our organization.

Below are the primary duties and performance expectations associated with this role:

• Assessment (20%):
  • Conducts thorough nursing assessments for new admissions or transfers upon arrival to the PACU.
  • Accurately documents patient assessments.
  • Provides timely ongoing reassessments, noting significant observations.
• Planning (10%):
  • Develops and coordinates a care plan based on initial assessment data, patient diagnosis, and physician orders.
  • Identifies patient care needs and formulates nursing interventions to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care for assigned patients.
• Implementation (30%):
  • Delivers and documents nursing interventions based on patient needs and care plans.
  • Communicates and documents patient care with other disciplines effectively.
  • Provides patient education and discharge planning accurately.
  • Recognizes changes in patient conditions and takes appropriate nursing actions.
  • Follows medication administration policies and performs blood-drawing techniques for lab specimens.
  • Assists physicians during procedures and notifies them of significant patient condition changes.
• Evaluation (10%):
  • Documents the effectiveness of nursing care and adjusts care plans as necessary.
  • Evaluates patient education effectiveness and modifies plans accordingly.
  • Assesses pain management effectiveness and takes appropriate actions.
• Professional Development (10%):
  • Engages in continuous learning to enhance professional skills through committee participation, meetings, and educational programs.
  • Arrives on time for shifts and begins duties promptly.
  • Acts as a resource for colleagues, patients, and families.
  • Identifies issues, gathers relevant data, and communicates solutions effectively.
• Safety and Infection Control (5%):
  • Adheres to safety and infection control policies, maintaining a clean and therapeutic environment.
  • Reports any risk management concerns and completes annual mandatory training.
• Customer Service (10%):
  • Delivers high-quality care in a respectful and courteous manner.
  • Communicates effectively with patients and families, addressing their concerns and needs.
  • Utilizes resources efficiently and recommends improvements to enhance service delivery.
• Quality Improvement (5%):
  • Participates in developing and implementing quality improvement plans.
  • Collects and discusses quality improvement data as assigned.
• Age-Appropriate Care:
  • Provides care tailored to various age groups, demonstrating knowledge of growth and development.
  • Involves families in decision-making regarding patient care.
• Specialized Care (1%):
  • Implements restraint care and monitors patient responses.
  • Assesses and manages pain, incorporating cultural beliefs into care plans.
  • Recognizes and reports signs of potential abuse or neglect.

Minimum Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing program or equivalent educational background for licensing.

Minimum Experience: At least one year of medical-surgical experience is required; critical care or post-anesthesia care experience is preferred.

Required Course: Advanced Life Support (ALS).

• Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens and various patient conditions.
• May encounter unpleasant situations such as accidents or illnesses.
• Must be prepared for emergencies and irregular hours.
• May experience pressure from multiple competing demands.

• Prolonged standing and walking are necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and pull up to 100 pounds.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching are required.

State of Work Location: Illinois

• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

State of Work Location: Missouri

• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration or Compact State
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

State of Work Location: Oklahoma

• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing or Compact State
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services or Compact State
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.