RN-Orthopedic
Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
OverviewSign On Incentive of $10,000 for qualifying candidates!
The RN is responsible for the delivery of safe and reliable patient
care, in coordination with the healthcare team. The primary role of
the RN is the execution of the nursing process in providing
required care and evaluation of the care given. Responsibilities
include: assessment, nursing diagnosis related to focus problem
areas, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
Performance of these responsibilities requires specialized
knowledge, critical thinking and skills based on principles of
psychological, social, physical and biological sciences that
utilize the nursing process. Why UnityPoint Health?
- Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a
fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising
values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people
we serve.
- Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers
benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education
assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter
what life stage you're in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to
ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race,
gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development - We believe equipping you with support and
development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a
remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core
purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we
serve. Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health
is a great place to work at ResponsibilitiesEssential
Functions/Responsibilities:Essential functions are the duties and
responsibilities that are essential to the position (not a task
list). Do not include if less than 5% of work time is spent on this
duty. Be specific without giving explicit instructions on how to
perform the task. Do not include duties that are to be performed in
the future. Duties should be action oriented and avoid vague or
general statements. % of Time(annually)Clinical Excellence/Patient
Care* Assumes primary responsibility for the plan of care for a
patient or group of patients, per unit standards and nursing care
required for the specified patient population.* Effectively
delegates tasks and responsibilities to other health care team
members and assumes responsibility for follow-up and
collaboration.* Performs admission assessment process per specific
department standards to include patient history, physical, and
psycho-social assessment. Utilizes physical assessment data,
diagnostic data (lab, radiology, diagnostic testing),
pharmacological information and patient/family perceptions in
formulating nursing diagnosis related to focus problem areas and
identifying goals of care.* Assumes responsibility for developing a
plan of care that is mutually established with the patient and
family. Each patient is treated as an individual, with their
identified goals and expectations reviewed each shift to verify
priorities. * Implements the plan of care according to current
standards of nursing practice, evidence-based practice, and
hospital protocol/procedures.* Integrates multidisciplinary
approach to maintain comfort, support human functions and
responses, and maintain an environment conductive to safety and
well-being. Implements measures to promote a safe environment.*
Partners with healthcare team to achieve the patient care outcomes
and goals of care.* Administers medications and nursing treatments
within scope of practice.* Incorporates St. Luke's Comfort/C.A.R.E.
Professional Practice Model in their daily nursing care. 50%Patient
Education* Assess and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to
the patient's and their families' age specific needs, culture,
gender, readiness to learn and level of comprehension.* Consults
appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized
education.* Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace
safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections
and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.* Integrates
patient/family teaching throughout the hospitalization, including
the plan and goals of care, pre- and post-operative procedures,
diagnostic procedures, and discharge teaching. * Integrates
preventative health maintenance into the education plan.
20%Leadership and Professional Development* Assists in the
orientation of new associates by acting as a resource and mentor to
associates. Collaborates with unit leadership, as appropriate.
Serves in preceptor role, as appropriate.* Participates in the
education experiences of students and/or RN interns.* Continues
professional development and involvement in professional activities
that enhance nursing practice by sharing knowledge through
networking and research.* Utilizes evidenced based models of
learning.* Participates in department and hospital shared
governance infrastructure and performance improvement activities.
20%Basic UPH Performance Criteria * Demonstrates the UnityPoint
Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to
policies and procedures and safety guidelines.* Demonstrates
ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable
attendance.* Employee maintains current licenses and/or
certifications required for the position.* Practices and reflects
knowledge of HIPAA, JCAHO, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state
regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.* Completes all annual
education and competency requirements within the calendar year.* Is
knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements
for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and
Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or
concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of
hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns
reported by department staff related to compliance. 10%Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
that required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and
activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without
notice. Demonstration of UPH Values and Standards of
BehaviorsConsistently demonstrates UnityPoint Health's values in
the performance of job duties and responsibilitiesFoster Unity:*
Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great
teams.* Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units
and regions.* Seek to understand and are open to diverse thoughts
and perspectives.Own The Moment: * Connect with each person
treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect*
Enthusiastically engage in our work.* Accountable for our
individual actions and our team performance.* Responsible for
solving problems regardless of the origin.Champion Excellence:*
Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality.* Have a relentless
focus on exceeding expectations.* Believe in sharing our results,
learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.Seize
Opportunities:* Embrace and promote innovation and transformation.*
Create partnerships that improve care delivery in our communities.*
Have the courage to challenge the status quo. Qualifications
Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to
perform the essential functions of this position.Preferred or
SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the
position.Education: * Graduate of accredited nursing program* BSN
degreeExperience: * Prefer one (1) year of hospital clinical
experience or demonstrated clinical
efficiency.License(s)/Certification(s): * Possess current RN
licensure in the State of Iowa or compact state* Maintain current
BLS certification* Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle
for work-related reasons* Specialty
certificationKnowledge/Skills/Abilities: * Writes, reads,
comprehends and speaks fluent English* Multicultural sensitivity*
Demonstrates proficiency in the manual skills and techniques
required to perform basic/advanced nursing procedures in the
administration of medication therapy and the operation of
specialized equipment* Ability to complete a basic computer course
on the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) through in-hospital training
* Microsoft Office - basic computer skills Other: * Use of usual
and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the
position.
- Area of Interest: Nursing;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9;
- Department: Orthopedic/4 Center;
- Shift: D/N rotation, 36 hours per week. Pattern schedule, every
4th weekend;
- Job ID: 140693;
Keywords: UnityPoint Health, Cedar Rapids , RN-Orthopedic, Healthcare , Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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