Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery Days - Experience Required

Phoebe Putney Health System

Albany, GA

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SKILLS

Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Identify Issues, Medical Treatment, Neonatology, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Perinatal Nursing, Quality Management, Registered Nurse (RN), Requirements Management, Safety/Work Safety, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Treatment Plan

LOCATION

Albany, GA

POSTED

11 days ago

Qualifications2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing from a state accredited school (Required) 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in from a state accredited School of Professional Nursing (Preferred)Work Experience1+ years Nursing Experience (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsRequired Certifications/Licensures: Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia licenseBasic Life Support (BLS)Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or obtained within 6 months of hireEssential FunctionsASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS:Collects data in a systematic and ongoing processIssues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data.Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs.Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.CARE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION:Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.DOCUMENTATION:Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.Uses correct terminology.Conforms to required style and format.OUTCOMES AND EVALUATIONS:Develops expected outcomes that provide direction for continuity of care.Involves patient/family and other disciplines to determine expected outcomes.Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in the assessment of the patient.Includes the patient and others involved in the care in the evaluation process.Evaluates the plan in relation to patient responses and expected outcomes. Documents the results of the evaluation.RN - NURSING ANA CODE OF ETHICS:Accountable for individual practice and delegation to provide optimum care.Practices with compassion and respect.Primary commitment is to advocate for the patient, family and community.Assures patient safety through competency and growth of self and others.Contributes to a healthy work environment through shared decision making.Collaborates with other health professionals to meet healthcare need.RN - QUALITY:Uses the results of quality improvement activities in nursing practice.Uses creativity and innovation in nursing practice to improve care delivery.Incorporates evidence based knowledge to initiate change in nursing practice.Participates in quality improvement activities.CARE PROCESSES:Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.Bases care decisions on plan of care.Monitors and documents patient response.Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions.Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.Additional DutiesAdheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

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