Registered Nurse

mployees Job Description Reports Admin Help Hendrick Health Job Description Editor Protected View This job description is read-only because it is published. Registered Nurse Using JD/Evaluation Template Staff Template Last Published:8/28/2021 Last Modified:8/28/2021 First Name xxxxx Middle Name xxxxx Last Name xxxxx Job Code 2438 Job Title Registered Nurse Department Code 32282 Department Name BW CCS Critical Care Unit Facility Name HENDRICK MED CENTER BROWNWOOD Manager Name xxxxx Hire Date xxxxx Employee Number xxxxx FLSA status xxxxx Total Weight =100% MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES Our Mission:The mission of Hendrick Health is to deliver high quality healthcare emphasizing excellence and compassion consistent with the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Vision:To be the leading healthcare provider of choice, in our region and beyond, recognized for enhancing quality, expanding access and excelling in patient engagement. Values: Accountability:Demonstrate efficient stewardship of our resources that consistently results in quality improvement and outstanding customer service. Compassion:Treat patients with dignity, sensitivity and empathy. Engagement:Cultivate an environment of commitment, communication, personal and professional growth, and a shared vision for success. Integrity:Reflects honesty, transparency and trust; do what is right all the time. Optimism:Expect the best possible outcomes while performing responsibilities and interacting with patients, visitors and fellow employees. Teamwork:Value our diverse talents, backgrounds, ideas and experiences to improve outcomes and create solutions. JOB SUMMARY Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patient and visitors, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions. Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Critical Care Registered Nurses provide care for adolescent and adult patients with life-threatening critical illnesses and injuries. JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing Minimum Work Experience No previous experience Required Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse BLS - should not initiate patient contact until completed. ACLS should be completed within 90 days of hire. NIH Stroke Scale should be completed within 90 days of hire. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Maintain professional appearance at all times. Ability to work with therapeutic equipment. Input data into computer programs. Knowledge of Nursing process and ability to deliver patient care based on standards of care. Ability to handle confidential information. Designated Driver No OSHA Category 1 - High Risk PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS General Activity Stand/Walk- 4-6 hours Ability to communicate, detect, converse with providers, discern audible alarms, convey messages, and quickly exchange information. Ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, and assess. Sit- 4-6 hours Drive- Motion Bend- 1/3 or more of time Squat- 1/3 or more of time Climb- Up to 1/3 of time Reach- 1/3 or more of time Lift- 1/3 or more of time Carry- 1/3 or more of time Push- 1/3 or more of time Pull- 1/3 or more of time Use of Hands/Feet Right Hand Gross Motor Function Gross Motor Function Precise Motor Function (or Fine Manipulation) Precise Motor Function (or Fine Manipulation) Left Hand Gross Motor Function Gross Motor Function Precise Motor Function (or Fine Manipulation) Precise Motor Function (or Fine Manipulation) Right Foot Gross Motor Function Gross Motor Function Left Foot Gross Motor Function Gross Motor Function Weighted Lifted/Force Exerted Up to 100 pounds- 1/3 or more time Body Fluid Exposure Yes List any other physical requirements RATING SCALE 1 Often Below Expectations Performance is consistently below requirements/expectations. Immediate improvement is necessary. 2 Needs Improvement Performance meets most, but not all, established standards. Activities sometimes contribute to unit/department results. This category is to be used for employee who must demonstrate improvement or more consistent performance and/or for employee still learning job. Areas for improvement are included in the narrative. 3 Consistently Meets Expectations Performance consistently meets all established standards and sometimes exceeds them. Activities contribute to increased unit/department results. Employees consistently completes the work that is required, and may go beyond expectations. 4 Frequently Exceeds Expectations Strong performer. Performance meets all established standards and sometimes surpasses them. Activities contribute to increased department/team results. Employee consistently completes the work that is required, and at times goes beyond expectations. 5 Distinguished Contributor Performance consistently surpasses all established standards. Activities often contribute to improved or innovative work practices. This category is to be used for truly outstanding performance. 45% COMMITMENTS TO EXCELLENCE The Hendrick Health Commitments to Excellence help us fulfill our obligation to provide high quality, safe and compassionate care. Commitments to Excellence - Individual Performance Provide Excellent Customer Service Act with a Positive Attitude Demonstrate Professional Behavior Take Ownership Protect Privacy Overall Rating Commitments to Excellence - Team Contributions Respect All Support Teamwork Communicate With Others Overall Rating Commitments to Excellence Overall Comments 45% ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Demonstrates a consistent adherence to company policies and procedures related to attendance and tardiness, professional appearance, corporate compliance, and applicable legal requirements. 2. Communicates using the components of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You). Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient plan of care. Prepares, administers, and documents medications as prescribed in accordance with Hendrick policy. Initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology to medication or treatment. Reports or escalates clinically significant events or findings. Respond to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and hospital policy. Provides on-going education throughout the hospital stay to patient and/or family regarding procedures, managing health issues, treatment plans, and medications. Documents all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format. Monitors, adjusts, evaluates, and documents specialized equipment used on patients. Competently performs technical skills as appropriate for the clinical setting. Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient. Participates in early initiation and on-going discharge planning. Demonstrates effective time-management skills. Meet the professional responsibilities to maintain current licensure and certifications, complete annual and unit-based competencies and computer-based learning modules, and Employee Health requirements. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. CAREER LADDER CRITERIA RETIREMENT CONTRIBUTION CHANGE REQUEST If you are interested in increasing your retirement contribution, please visit NetBenefits atwww.netbenefits.comor contact the Fidelity Retirement Service Center at 1-800-343-0860. MERIT INCREASE Merit eligible employees may refer to the Merit Increase Calculator on the Hendrick Hub to determine their merit and/or lump sum amounts. To determine employee eligibility for merit or assessments, please refer to the Pay Administration policy, HR.HH.1.2604. PERFORMANCE GOALS RATING Rating Level of Goal Completion Description 1 Much Less Than Expected The Goal was not completed or was completed below the expectations/requirements. 2 Less Than Expected The Goal was partially completed; or completed but needed improvement or higher quality. 3 Expected Outcome The Goal was completed and met expectations. 4 More Than Expected The Goal was completed and exceeded expectations/requirements; and/or was completed with quality prior to set deadlines. 5 Much More Than Expected The Goal was completed with a truly outstanding performance. N/A Not Applicable The Goal is no longer relevant or needed; or the goal could not be completed due to circumstances beyond the employees control. 10% PERFORMANCE GOALS Bullet type Evaluation List Version2026.7.0.12026symplr. All rights reserved. JOB SUMMARY Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patient and visitors, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions. Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Critical Care Registered Nurses provide care for adolescent and adult patients with life-threatening critical illnesses and injuries. JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing Minimum Work Experience No previous experience Required Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse BLS - should not initiate patient contact until completed. ACLS should be completed within 90 days of hire. NIH Stroke Scale should be completed within 90 days of hire. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Maintain professional appearance at all times. Ability to work with therapeutic equipment. Input data into computer programs. Knowledge of Nursing process and ability to deliver patient care based on standards of care. Ability to handle confidential information. Designated Driver No OSHA Category 1 - High Risk