Ambulatory/Home Inf Svs RN (BMH) PRN

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Location

BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

Ambulatory/Home Inf Svs RN (BMH) PRN

Description

Under general supervision and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, unit and the Nurse Practice Act, the RN manages the care delivery for patients in the hospital throughout the length of stay to achieve quality outcomes and timely discharge. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Diploma, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required

Licensed Registered license in good standing for the state of Michigan

BLS certification required by completion of core orientation Critical care or ALS is required for some RNs, unit specific Successful completion of Hospital, Core, and Department specific orientation based upon unit and experience level required

• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze data from various computer systems and equipment in order to set an appropriate plan of action • Must be able to constantly communicate both verbally, in writing and electronically Work which produces levels of mental/visual fatigue which are typical of jobs that perform a wide variety of duties with frequent and significant uncontrollable deadlines. Work may include the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT up to 40 percent of the time. Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required. Standards of Practice: • The registered nurse collects problem focused data pertinent to the patients’ health or the situation. o Assesses the patient’s physical and developmental needs o Analyzes assessment data to identify appropriate patient needs o Documents nursing history and age appropriate physical/emotional needs/strengths for assigned patients o Reviews vital signs to assess condition of patient and detect deviations from normal. • The registered nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine patient problems or issues related to the orders received o Uses the assessment data to identify patient problems o Confirms problems with patient and family when appropriate • The registered nurse identified expected outcomes that are individualized to the patient o Utilizes the patient/family input when defining outcomes. Incorporates the patient values, ethical and cultural considerations. o Coordinates discharge planning for outcomes not achieved. • The registered nurse develops a plan to complete interventions to attain expected outcomes related to the procedure. o Develops individualized interventions with patient input when appropriate o Considers data from other members of the healthcare team when developing the plan of care • The registered nurse o Implements appropriate interventions. o Administers prescribed medication and treatment in accordance with approved nursing techniques and polices o Utilizes evidence-based interventions specific to the patients plan o Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of the patient. o Manages the care of the patient by organizing and delegation patient care interventions to be implemented. Evaluates the effectiveness of care given by self and others. • The registered nurse evaluates progress toward attainment of the procedure completion o Evaluates the effectiveness of the interventions and the patient response toward achievement of the ordered procedure. o Documents the patient response toward the outcomes. o Develops an after visit summary to advice and educate the patient on clinical information related to the procedure and to recommend further follow up if needed. Standards of Professional Performance: • The registered nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice. o Participates in quality improvement activities o Uses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in nursing practice. • The registered nurse attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice. o Participates in ongoing educational activities related to appropriate knowledge and professional issues. o Maintains