Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Job at Rogers Behavioral Health (Wausau)

Job Description

The registered nurse (RN, RN II, RN III) performs professional nursing activities in the care of patients so they may achieve or regain, and then maintain, maximum physical, emotional or social functions. Role functions are governed by the Nurse Practice Act, the Administrative Code (in the state of employment), as well as the professional standards for nursing practice, and the corresponding policies and procedures of Rogers Memorial Hospital (Rogers). The registered nurse seeks consultation with other members of the health team as the patient’s condition and treatment goals warrant. He/She, in conjunction with the Patient Accounts department, provides patient information to ensure compliance with federal and state statutes.

Job Responsibility

Complete initial assessments and documents as required
Collect, record, and analyze, within prescribed timeframe, pertinent data for admission assessment according to Hospital policy
Involve patient’s support systems (family, friends) in assessment and documentation
Act as an advocate for patients
Initiate and update treatment plan and documentation as required
On an ongoing basis, identify, interpret, and document information collected in nursing interview, observation, physical assessment and diagnostic data, and confer with other health care professionals, as appropriate
Implement patient care
Identify potential patient care problems, abrupt changes, or impending instability in the patient’s condition, and exercise leadership to intervene appropriately and prevent adverse patient outcomes
Identify health education needs of the patient/family that will be addressed before discharge
Organize patient care activities and interventions according to patient priorities and preferences, needs of the unit, and time constraints
Implement patient care based on established care plans, Hospital policies and procedures, and unit standards of care
Adhere to the Nursing department and Hospital’s standards of nursing practice and standards of patient care
Protect patients, visitors, and staff from environmental hazards by adhering to safety and infection control standards
Participate in continuing education and in-service programs to increase clinical competence
Report information obtained from continuing education programs to unit staff
Attend 100% of required in-services, as scheduled
Participate in the Performance Improvement program on an ongoing basis
Assist in the development and implementation of unit standards of care
Identify problems with unit systems, communication patterns, and unit resources that impact on patient care and suggest possible solutions to Clinical Services manager
Identify unit educational equipment and supply needs
Serve on one unit-based committee or participate in unit-based projects on an ongoing basis
Participate as a project leader
Carry out leadership function in patient care, staff operations, and department organization
Contribute to Nursing and Hospital functions through active participation on committees and attendance at designated meetings
Take initiative in evaluating and upgrading unit standards of care
Assume charge nurse role
Coordinate unit activities
Take a leadership role in crisis situations
Facilitate the admission process
Communicate pertinent information regarding unit status and projected needs
Manage the therapeutic milieu and use sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills
Plan patient care assignments that facilitate continuity of care
Ensure the unit is kept in an orderly fashion
Serve as a role model for peers and others in effective use of communication, teaching, and leadership skills
Supervise and delegate tasks to LPN/psychiatric technician
Provide complete acuity monitors to the Patient Accounts department
Maintain a primary caseload, according to unit standards, and provide direction for patient care
Participate in projects, tasks and continuing education opportunities to improve professional skills and unit/department systems
Develop goals and objectives for professional growth
Take initiative to develop professional skills through continuing education
Discuss, on a regular basis, progress toward work improvement goals with Clinical Services manager
Seek out projects and/or extra tasks to complete
Promote department goals and the mission of the hospital
Communicate goals to fellow staff members
Demonstrate measurable goal achievement
Maintain department policies and procedures
Include requirements and guidelines from external agencies
Maintain and/or communicate to appropriate party function backlog at a set time
Educate new staff regarding regulations or requirements
Demonstrate acceptance and training of student interns in the department
Demonstrate understanding of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency Compliance regulations
Involve self in the learning and application of standards relevant to the Nursing department
Participate in in-services/seminars and other meetings to increase involvement and awareness of regulations
Involve self in the education of other disciplines regarding Nursing department regulations
Participate in Hospital committees, performance improvement team meetings and team projects
Demonstrate punctuality and preparedness
Demonstrate effective communication and organizational skills
Contribute in a positive, solution-focused manner
Participate in the Performance Improvement program
Gain understanding of the performance improvement process
Apply the PI model to your department’s activities
Participate and/or create PI teams
Educate and involve self in the Hospital and Nursing department’s performance improvement plans
Conduct self in a professional manner
Demonstrate organizational skills that promote timely response to all inquiries and to task completion
Communicate with all individuals in a positive and professional manner
Attempt to resolve individual issues with peers in a positive, calm manner
Communicate concerns and provide solutions for same
Attend internal and external seminars to promote professional growth
Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude toward parties outside the Hospital
Comply with the Hospital’s policies and procedures
Use courteous, cooperative, and respectful behavior when working with patients, families, physicians, visitors, and Hospital employees
Demonstrate a working knowledge of Hospital/department policies and procedures
Demonstrate consistent acceptance of professional accountability for own practice
Support changes in staffing/scheduling when unit and Hospital patient care needs require
Accept reassignment in a positive manner
Demonstrate willingness to adjust work schedule
Recognize need for support, seek appropriate assistance when needed, and offer assistance to peers
Project a professional image by wearing appropriate, professional attire

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) preferred
Registered nurse licensed by State Board of Nursing in the state of employment
License must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing in the state of employment
American Health Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or is required within thirty (30) days of date-of-hire
Bi-annual re-certification is required
Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of date-of-hire
Annual re-certification is required
Previous psychiatric experience with children, adolescents and adults is preferred
At the Hospital’s discretion, may be required to hold a qualified medical professional (QMP) designation
Must be deemed competent to serve as a QMP, as outlined in the Medical Staff bylaws of Rogers Memorial Hospital
Employees at the Child/Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS §40 are required to have either training in psychiatric nursing, including training in work with children with mental health disorders, or one (1) year of experience working in a clinical setting with these children

What we offer

$2,500.00 retention bonus available
Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
401(k) retirement plan
Employee share program
Life/disability insurance
Flex spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Health and wellness program
Employee assistance program (EAP)

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