Specialty/Procedure RN
Company: Nebraska Methodist Health System
Location: Omaha
Posted on: January 9, 2021
Job Description:
- Purpose of JobAccountable for the delivery of quality care to
patients and families according to the individualized needs of the
patient.Procedure nurses must have ability to demonstrate knowledge
of basic sterile technique by ensuring all instruments, equipment,
and supplies are available for in-office procedures. Must be able
to demonstrate attention to detail to ensure physician preferences
are met when scrubbed in or circulating in cases. Procedure nurses
should be able to exhibit assessment and reassessment skills in
order to maintain patient safety. This includes but is not limited
to the patient's stability pre-procedure, the patient's tolerance
of procedures, evaluation of pain both intra-operatively and
post-operatively, provides support and relaxation
intra-operatively, evaluation of patient's response to medications,
and follow-up assessment of patient's pain and infection status.
Must be able to communicate clearly with all members of the
healthcare team. Must be willing to learn all principles of
infection control to maintain care of equipment and supplies post
procedure.
- Job RequirementsEducation
- Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school
of nursing required.
- Successful completion of annual mandatory education
requirements.Experience
- Three to five years previous experience in a clinical nursing
unit with preference in Labor & Delivery or in patient/out patient
surgery or pediatric experience for consideration in the pediatric
department.License/Certifications
- Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact
multi-state license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure
required for work state.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
- Certification(s) in area of specialty preferred.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric
Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification for the pediatric
department required within 6 months of
hire.Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively
communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital
personnel, and co-workers.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
- Ability to learn, retain, and utilize computer skills that are
required for department and hospital information system.
- Ability to think critically and problem solve.
- Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, assessment skills,
knowledge of basic sterile technique, utilization of an automated
external defibrillator (AED) and perform Intravenous (IV)
therapy.
- Willingness to learn all principles of infection control.
- Well-versed in all aspects of clinic nursing including but not
limited to phone triage, emergency preparedness, Intravenous (I.V.)
infusions, and coverage of providers.
- Ability to identify emergency scenarios and institutes
corrective actions in a calm and efficient manner.
- Demonstrate a calm demeanor, thorough assessment, and empathy
in handling situation of fetal loss and in evaluating postpartum
patients.
- Able to perform IV therapy including insertion, aseptic
technique, care of the site/dressing of the site, and use of the
pump.
- Experience with Microsoft Office in order to report data
collection of in-office procedures and chart audits.
- Physical RequirementsWeight Demands
- Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.Physical
Activity
- Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
- Climbing
- Crawling
- Kneeling
- Sitting
- Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
- Balancing
- Carrying
- Crouching
- Distinguish colors
- Keyboarding/typing
- Lifting
- Pulling/Pushing
- Repetitive Motions
- Stooping/bending
- Twisting
- Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
- Fingering/Touching
- Grasping
- Hearing
- Reaching
- Seeing/Visual
- Speaking/talking
- Standing
- WalkingJob Hazards
- Not Related:
- Electrical Shock/Static
- Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared
and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or
photochemical means)
- Rare (1-33%):
- Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat
Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
- Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared
and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or
photochemical means) - NICU only
- Occasionally (34%-66%):
- Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors,
outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
- Equipment/Machinery/Tools
- Explosives (pressurized gas)
- Hazardous Drugs (exposure risks, personal protective equipment
required)
- Frequent (67%-100%):
- Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
- Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses)
(Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
- Mechanical moving parts/vibrations
- Essential Job FunctionsEssential Functions I
- Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the
customer/patient, to ensure understanding and comfort level of
treatment as outlined in the Population Specific Criteria.
- Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give
individualized customer service/patient care according to
customer/patient needs.
- Performs an initial and ongoing assessment to determine the
patient's needs.
- Includes data from the patient/significant other(s) in the
assessment as appropriate.
- Prioritizes data collection according to patient's immediate
needs.
- Triages emergency and all other patient calls to determine
patient needs by making detailed inquiries of patient history,
notifying physician and treating according to physician's orders
100% of the time.
- Prepares patient for physician exam by assessing symptoms,
weighing patient, checking vital signs, obtaining relevant
information pertinent to patient needs, documenting all
information/procedures and reviewing patients medical record 95% of
time when applicable
- Develops/reviews/revises and individualizes the plan of care to
address the patient's nursing care needs for optimum patient care
outcomes. (Consultation and resources, nurses as teachers.)
- Collaborates with providers and other clinical disciplines as
appropriate.
- Provides teaching specific to the patient.
- Care plan reflects continuing care needs and/or referrals.
- At the direction of the physician, provides patient and family
education regarding proper use of medication, medical equipment and
health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness
and recommending appropriate community resources 95% of the
time.
- Implements interventions that are consistent with the
established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner
(Professional Models of Care).
- Is familiar with, and follows, nursing protocols and standards
of care.
- Uses current knowledge in nursing practice based on standards
and research literature.
- Performs technical skills competently and independently to
assure patient safety (autonomy).
- Able to competently perform technical skills
independently.
- Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within areas'
specifications and time frame.
- Demonstrates correct and safe technique in the use of equipment
according to specific product information and policy and procedure
manuals.
- Follows appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or
cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies.
- Administers medications according to physician orders to ensure
patient health care by injection, inhalation, oral or intravenous
methods 100% of the time.
- Performs diagnostic testing under direction of physicians to
obtain relevant information pertinent to the patient needs 95% of
the time. Start, maintain and discontinue Intravenous (IV
)infusions.
- Performs phlebotomy to obtain specimens according to
standardized procedures 95% of the time.
- Maintains a professional behavior in attitude, demeanor,
interactions to achieve organization's mission. (Quality
Improvement, Image of Nursing, Interdisciplinary Relationships,
Professional Development, community and the healthcare
organization.)
- Communicates effectively to solve problems at the personal and
unit level.
- Is approachable and professional in working with other health
professionals, ancillary staff, patients and family.
- Takes pride in the unit by active participation in restocking
and maintaining a clean environment.
- Maintains a professional appearance, behavior, and work
environment.
- Maintains competence in area of experience.
- Participates in meetings and/or committees as needed to assist
in decisions effecting area/unit or organization.
- Greets, directs and assists patients to ensure proper care, by
inquiring and facilitating patient care in a prompt and polite
manner 99% of the time.
- Initiates action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s)
to the patient, family or staff/employees. (Quality of Care)
- Completes appropriate report form for a risk (e.g.,
variance/incident report, patient concern report, maintenance
request).
- Communicates to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved
issues.
- Works within the scope of practice as defined by Nurse Practice
Act.
- Provides appropriate follow-up care to coordinate patient needs
by following department specific guidelines 95% of the time.
Includes but not limited to, following policy and procedure for
post-procedure patients, post partum patients and fetal loss
patients.
- Maintains work areas to ensure healthy environmental conditions
by cleaning and organizing equipment and rooms 95% of the
time.
- Fiscally accountable.
- Acts professionally responsible for human and other
resources.
- Charges accurately for use of supplies and equipment according
to policy.
- Assists physician with various procedures to facilitate patient
care by preparing and monitoring patient, readying, supplies,
medications, equipment and assisting according to physician
instructions 99% of time. Procedures include, but not limited to,
colposcopy, loop electrocautery excision procedure (LEEP),
hysterosalpingogram (HSG), Hysteroscopy, endometrial ablation,
coaptite, cystoscopy, Intravenous (IV) administration, medication
administration via IV, Intramuscular (IM), sub-q, inhalation or
oral routes, suturing, administer breathing treatments, mole
removal, biopsies and assisting with other diagnostic test or
procedures.Essential Functions II
- Participates in mandatory in-services and/or CE programs as
mandated by policies and procedures/external agencies and as
directed by management.
- Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values,
Employee Standards of Behavior and company
policies/procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.Location: Nebraska Methodist Health
System -- Women's Center OB-GYNSchedule: Full Time, Day Shift,
0700-5:30p
Keywords: Nebraska Methodist Health System, Omaha , Specialty/Procedure RN, Healthcare , Omaha, Nebraska
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