RN Grad, Outpatient

Job Summary:

The RN Resident is a newly graduated licensed RN with minimal to no experience working as a RN. They are a key member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team who works interdependently with other healthcare team members as they gain the experience, exposure, and additional education necessary to progress from a novice new nurse to a competent and independent nursing professional. The RN Resident will uphold Kaiser Permanentes mission, vision, and values as they perform duties in accordance with evidence-based standards to address the acute, chronic, and preventative health needs of members and other patients of Kaiser Permanente. The RN Resident will actively engage in learning activities, courses, professional seminars, and transition support activities to successfully meet Kaiser Permanentes 12-month National RN Residency Program learning objectives and requirements demonstrating their capability of fulfilling the major job accountabilities of a registered nurse.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibility, and applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Functions within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act in the state(s) for which they are licensed and in accordance with the American Nurses Association Scope and Standards
• Utilizes the Nursing Process:
• Assessment: conducts thorough and systematic assessments of patients physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs; gathers pertinent data through observation, interviews, and diagnostic tests; and utilizes critical thinking skills to analyze assessment findings and identify actual and potential health issues.
• Diagnosis: formulates nursing diagnoses based on comprehensive assessment data and recognized nursing standards; collaborates with healthcare team members to identify actual and potential health problems; and prioritizes nursing diagnoses to address the most urgent patient needs.
• Planning: develops individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare team members; establishes measurable goals and outcomes that are realistic and achievable within a specified timeframe; and incorporate evidence-based practice guidelines and nursing interventions into care plans.
• Implementation: provides skilled nursing care based on the established care plan and nursing interventions; educates patients and families on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
• Evaluation: continuously assesses the effectiveness of nursing interventions in achieving desired patient outcomes; modifies care plans as needed based on ongoing evaluation and reassessment of patient responses; and documents all aspects of patient care, including interventions, responses, and changes in condition.
• Promotes Patient Centric Care
• Patient Advocacy: serve as an advocate for patients and families, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are respected; empower patients to actively participate in their healthcare decisions and treatment plans; addresses concerns, complaints, and feedback with empathy and professionalism.
• Individualized Culturally Appropriate Care: collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans; collaborates with social workers, chaplains, and other support services to address patients psychosocial needs; identifies patients unique needs, preferences, and goals to inform the development of tailored care strategies; uses knowledge of cultural differences to provide nursing care that is sensitive to and consistent with cultural values, beliefs, and customs.
• Communication and Education: foster open and honest communication with patients and their families, providing clear explanations of diagnoses, treatments, and procedures; educates patients about their health conditions and self-care techniques to promote empowerment and independence; utilizes patient-centered communication techniques to build trust and rapport with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Collaborates within Care Teams
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: collaborates closely with healthcare professionals to develop and implement integrated care plans; participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment goals, and care coordination strategies.
• Interdisciplinary Communication: facilitates clear and open communication among healthcare team members, ensures care team is informed and aligned regarding patient care plans and objectives; relays important patient information, updates, and changes in condition to relevant team members in a timely manner.
• Viewed by others as an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others acting as a resource to other team members.
• Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance when necessary.
• Technology Enabled Care/Informatics
• Electronic Health Records (EHR) Management: navigate and utilizes EHR systems effectively to document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and efficiently; analyzes electronic health data to inform clinical decision-making, care planning, and quality improvement initiatives; and complies with documentation standards, privacy regulations, and security protocols.
• Telehealth and Telemedicine Support: facilitates virtual patient consultations and follow-ups using telehealth platforms, video conferencing tools, and remote monitoring devices; educates patients and families on how to access and use telemedicine services for remote healthcare delivery and monitoring.
• Technology Integration and Innovation identifies opportunities to integrate technology into nursing practice to enhance efficiency, communication, and patient engagement; participates in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new technology solutions to meet the evolving needs of patients and healthcare providers.
• Leadership and professionalism
• Takes accountability for ones own actions and accepts constructive feedback
• Serves as a leader of the healthcare team; prioritizing, delegating, and assigning tasks appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities optimal patient outcomes
• Understands other team members scope of practice/scope of duties for appropriate assignments and escalations when necessary
• Participates in problem identification and resolution including problem solving with other departments to assist with resolution to meet member needs