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Summary
SUMMARY:
The Department of Pharmacy has the responsibility for the implementation and coordination of drug control in the process of providing pharmaceutical care for patients of all ages within the Medical Center. The Clinical Pharmacist has the direct responsibility for the provision of quality and timely care to the patients of the Medical Center.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
*Utilizes and maintains patient profiles; monitors drug therapy for efficacy, drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, contraindications, allergies, sensitivities, and cost; practices in a proactive, self-directed manner.
*Ensures that medications and combinations of medications dispensed constitute rational drug therapy; if questions arise regarding the rational nature of drug therapy, the Staff Pharmacist shall contact the appropriate health professional(s) in the course of patient care.
*Participates in Pharmacy Department and Medical Center programs which evaluate the use of pharmaceuticals in the course of patient care.
*Encourages prescribers and other health professionals to use the Medical Center formulary; maintains control of the formulary system by contacting prescribers and other health professionals when a non-formulary drug is ordered and suggests appropriate formulary alternatives.
*Performs discharge medication teaching for patients receiving discharge medications from the Medical Center pharmacies and/or upon request.
*Performs pharmacokinetic dosage calculations and evaluations as determined by the therapeutic needs of the patient.
*Participates in Pharmacy Department and Medical Center quality assessment and improvement programs as requested.
*Assists in the orientation, training, and assessment of Department personnel.
*Participates in Pharmacy Department assisted investigational drug studies to ensure appropriate dispensing and required maintenance of research records.
*Is accountable for the timely, safe, and accurate distribution of medications, including the frequent use of professional judgment with regard to medication acquisition, storage, packaging, distribution, and use.
*Is accountable for the transcription and evaluation of physician medication orders, preparation of patient specific unit dose medications, preparation of sterile admixture solutions, extemporaneous compounding, controlled substance distribution, and outpatient medication preparation / dispensing.
*Ensures the quality of pharmaceuticals within the Medical Center by performing assigned patient care area inspections and removing from the assigned areas recalled, defective, expired, or inappropriately stored pharmaceuticals.
*Clinically supervises pharmacy technicians throughout their shift to ensure the completion of assigned tasks; responsible for the tasks completed by the pharmacy technician.
*Adheres to safety and security procedures to promote a safe and secure environment.
*Compounds and dispenses medication orders accurately using proper labeling and documentation according to Pharmacy policies and procedures, State law and Federal law.
*Uses available reference sources to respond to drug information requests and as appropriate refer questions to health professionals with a more extensive experience with the particular request.
*Reports and documents medication variances.
*Provides accurate drug information regarding drug therapy indications, dosage, administration, adverse effects, interactions, IV compatibility and formulary recommendations to physicians, nurses, patients, and
*Prioritizes workload and clinical interventions and assists Department and Medical Center staff as needed to ensure that optimal patient care is provided.
*Participates in Pharmacy Department education and training programs as requested.
*Attends all mandatory Medical Center inservices and meetings; attends Department staff meetings as schedules permit.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Entry-level degree (B.S., Pharm.D.) from a college of pharmacy required. Completion of a hospital pharmacy residency accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists preferred. Pharmacist licensure in the State of Nebraska required.
Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Responsible for meeting patient priority needs by assessing, participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing and /or delegating care and evaluating patient responses and progress toward clinical outcomes. Contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation, precepting and/or resourcing of others.
Supervises Licensed Practical Nurses and/or other support staff in the delivery of patient care as described in Nebraska Statute 38.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
2. *Initiates assessment and reassessment based on the patients presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Centers procedures.
3. *Synthesizes pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to identify nursing priorities for care and desired outcomes/goals.
4. *Integrates appropriate standards of care into the patients plan of care based on the diagnosis and patient-specific needs.
5. *Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions.
6. *Provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn.
7. *Evaluates the patients response to and effectiveness of interventions.
8. *Evaluates patients progress toward established outcomes.
9. *Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care.
10. *Includes family, significant other, or identified support person in the care of the patient as appropriate.
11. *Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.
12. *Provides care in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
13. *Facilitates patients transition to the next level of care.
14. Assumes responsibility in a shared or delegated assignment and supports team members practices through timely communication.
15. Serves as a role model to colleagues, students and other care providers.
16. *Actively participates in continued learning opportunities and continued self-development pertinent to the work unit and duties of the job.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.
Summary
The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for meeting patients priority needs by assessing, participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing and /or delegating care and evaluating patients responses and progress toward clinical outcomes. The Staff RN contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation, preceptoring and/or resourcing of others.
The Staff RN supervises Licensed Practical Nurses and/or other support staff in the delivery of patient care as described in Nebraska Statute 38.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
*Initiates assessment and reassessment based on the patients presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Centers procedures.
*Synthesizes pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to identify nursing priorities for care and desired outcomes/goals.
*Integrates appropriate standards of care into the patients plan of care based on the diagnosis and age-specific needs.
*Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions.
*Provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn.
*Evaluates the patients response to and effectiveness of interventions.
*Evaluates patients progress toward established outcomes.
*Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care.
*Includes family or significant others in the care of the patient as appropriate.
*Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.
*Provides care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
*Facilitates patients transition to the next level of care.
*Actively participates in continued learning opportunities and continued self-development pertinent to the work unit and duties of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.
Summary
Responsible for facilitating access to Medical Center services. Utilizes effective communication and documentation with physicians, physician staff, health care facilities, patients and patient representatives to collect and analyze pertinent clinical data as related to the procedure(s) scheduled, intervening to prevent problems that could result in adverse patient outcomes or delayed/cancelled procedures. Provides exemplary customer service and interacts in a professional, courteous manner with co-workers, physicians, patients and the public.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
2. *Performs multi-resource appointment scheduling for inpatient/outpatient diagnostic and therapeutic services received from physician and/or physician staff. Obtains patient information including medical necessity/diagnosis, demographics, and pertinent clinical information as related to the procedure(s) scheduled. Collects and documents information beyond that listed in procedural questionnaire based on critical assessment of patient history.
3. *Integrates physical, mental and cultural considerations in scheduling of patient procedure(s), coordinating services to ensure the Medical Center is patient ready upon customer arrival.
4. *Collaborates with physician office staff to educate the patient/patient representative on preparation and understanding of scheduled procedure(s); clearly communicates instructions to patient and/or patient representative.
5. Provides recommendations and education to physician office staff commensurate with scope of practice in scheduling of procedure(s).
6. *Reviews and evaluates outpatient orders received from the physician and/or physician staff; uses clinical judgment /critical thinking to follow-up on appropriateness and completeness of physician orders as they relate to procedure(s) ordered.
7. *Receives and documents verbal physician orders.
8. Screens/determines appropriateness of level of care and admission status; notifies appropriate department(s) based on assessment of patient needs.
9. Enters order sets for procedures while coordinating with physician offices and performing departments. Reviews for accuracy to ensure all orders needed are entered and available.
10. Documents pre-certification/authorization/referral information when applicable.
11. *Prepares and provides patients with an estimate, if one is warranted, for their expected services. Collects and/or counsels on expected payment due.
12. *Keeps Patient Service Center and Scheduling Manager informed of issues related to procedures including but not limited to: necessary questionnaire revisions, updates related to departmental requests and need for new or revised procedure(s) build.
13. *Responsible for preceptoring and /or resourcing of peers.
14. *Assesses employee competencies and level of performance; cross trains employees into specialized areas and documents training.
15. Collaborates with management to plan and communicate changes to the work group.
16. *Serves as a liaison in building and maintaining professional relationships between physicians, physician office staff and other health care personnel.
17. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
18. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.
19. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk *. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Current Registered licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Minimum of three (3) years nursing experience required. Experience with hospital/health operations and general background in all areas of nursing practice preferred.
Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Cardiac Rehabilitation RN is responsible for identifying patient needs and priorities for care through assessment, planning for and delegating care based on patients needs, executing therapeutic physician-and nurse-initiated interventions, and evaluating the patients response to care and progress toward outcomes. Whenever possible, the family or significant others are included in the plan of care of the patient. Coordinates care and communicates essential information between other professional disciplines as needed and uses available resources and innovative strategies to provide care. Empowers the patient and/or significant others to make informed changes in health related behaviors. The Cardiac Rehabilitation RN is responsible for the promotion of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
*Initiates assessment based on the patients presenting problems or needs and the physicians medical diagnosis:
a. Collects key information from patient, family, and medical reports.
b. Determines nursing diagnosis and priorities for care with special consideration given to patient teaching, goal setting, psychosocial well-being, and functional status.
c. Assesses tolerance of activity levels, collaborates with other team members and makes recommendations/referrals regarding appropriateness of return to work or ADLs.
d. Assesses and applies interpretation of diagnostic/monitoring data to the plan of care.
*Completes ongoing assessments according to LifePointe policy and/or as determined by patient condition:
a. Re-prioritizes care and sets new goals based on new information.
b. Continues to update nursing diagnoses/patient problems.
c. Involves family and/or significant individuals in assessment activities.
*Appropriately interacts with patients/families from a variety of developmental and sociocultural backgrounds; seeks interpreter assistance as appropriate.
*Provides information to patients and families which reduces anxiety and conveys an attitude of acceptance, sensitivity, and caring.
*Initiates communication with health care team members regarding treatment planning; informs appropriate health care team members (including physicians) of patients condition/rehab status.
*Completes clinical/non-clinical assignments based on departmental workload and the qualifications and competencies of self and other staff members.
*Collaborates with staff and appropriate resource person(s) to formulate and update treatment plans and to work toward positive outcomes.
Initiates problem solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with health care team members and peers.
Assesses individual educational needs, barriers for learning, and learning styles and provides appropriate learning experiences; reviews, develops and provides educational materials appropriate to patient needs.
*Provides education to patients and significant others regarding disease entities, risk factor management and behavior modification and promotes primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention in individual and group settings.
Advances work knowledge by participating in continuing education inservices, reading periodicals/literature and seeking ongoing development opportunities.
Supports and is involved in the hospital/departmental quality improvement initiatives; responds to problems/opportunities to improve care and/or processes.
Attends staff meetings and inservices as appropriate.
Assists in employee, intern, and student observation/orientation.
*Following orientation, provides assistance in related program functions such as Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Enhanced External Counterpulsation.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Maintains clinical competency as required for position including but not limited to age-specific competencies relative to patients growth and development needs and annual skill competency verification.
Knowledge of hospital, staff and community based agencies and resources necessary to support the patient/family education.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to nursing applications and relative practice area.
Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.
Ability to train, instruct and provide guidance to others.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment related to changing patient needs including working with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease processes and those who are dying.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel, medical staff, volunteer and ancillary departments including diverse patient population.
Ability to work with patients growth and development needs, particularly related to patients who are undergoing lifestyle changes, adjusting to a chronic illness and/or pursuing health promotion prevention behaviors.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Minimum of one (1) year critical care experience required.
OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification and certification required. Certified Foot Care Nurse certification preferred and/or Certified Anticoagulant Therapist certification per Manager pre-approval and work assignment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)
(DOT) Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Summary
SUMMARY
The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for meeting patients priority needs by assessing, participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing and /or delegating care and evaluating patients responses and progress toward clinical outcomes. The Staff RN contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation, preceptoring and/or resourcing of others.
The Staff RN supervises Licensed Practical Nurses and/or other support staff in the delivery of patient care as described in Nebraska Statute 38.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
*Initiates assessment and reassessment based on the patients presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Centers procedures.
*Synthesizes pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to identify nursing priorities for care and desired outcomes/goals.
*Integrates appropriate standards of care into the patients plan of care based on the diagnosis and age-specific needs.
*Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions.
*Provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn.
*Evaluates the patients response to and effectiveness of interventions.
*Evaluates patients progress toward established outcomes.
*Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care.
*Includes family or significant others in the care of the patient as appropriate.
*Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.
*Provides care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
*Facilitates patients transition to the next level of care.
*Actively participates in continued learning opportunities and continued self-development pertinent to the work unit and duties of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required
Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Responsible for meeting patient priority needs by assessing, participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing and /or delegating care and evaluating patient responses and progress toward clinical outcomes. Contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation, precepting and/or resourcing of others.
Supervises Licensed Practical Nurses and/or other support staff in the delivery of patient care as described in Nebraska Statute 38.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
2. *Initiates assessment and reassessment based on the patients presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Centers procedures.
3. *Synthesizes pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to identify nursing priorities for care and desired outcomes/goals.
4. *Integrates appropriate standards of care into the patients plan of care based on the diagnosis and patient-specific needs.
5. *Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions.
6. *Provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn.
7. *Evaluates the patients response to and effectiveness of interventions.
8. *Evaluates patients progress toward established outcomes.
9. *Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care.
10. *Includes family, significant other, or identified support person in the care of the patient as appropriate.
11. *Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.
12. *Provides care in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
13. *Facilitates patients transition to the next level of care.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.
NOTE: See Staff RN Addendum A for any additional credentials and certifications required for practice area.
Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of Bryan Healths data governance program and infrastructure. As the organizations data governance champion, collaborates with leaders and data stewards across Bryan Health to develop, implement, and execute the organizations data and AI governance strategies, policies, and procedures.
As a critical part of Bryans Data Analytics Center of Excellence, recommends data governance policies to entity governance for review and approval, while working with IT and key business units to constantly improve data definitions, integrity, security, and reliability, ensuring high-quality inputs for analytics and AI models.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
2. *Participates in or supports work stream planning process.
3. *Effectively communicates with executive sponsors, project advocates, leaders, and data stewards to help them understand and apply policy and principles of data governance while ensuring that deliverables meet business requirements.
4. *Develops and plays a hands-on role in operationalizing an organization-wide data governance strategy, framework and roadmap that aligns with the organizations overall data, analytics, AI, and data security strategy.
5. *Defines and enforces data standards, data classification, and data protection guidelines to ensure consistent and reliable data across systems, processes, and business units.
6. Translates Data and AI governance policies and standards into actionable strategies and implementable solutions, ensuring practical application and demonstratable impact on data reliability.
7. *Develops and implements policies and standards for managing data used in AI models to ensure quality, security, privacy, and compliance with relevant regulations.
8. *Collaborates with business stakeholders, data owners and data stewards to establish data governance roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities within the organization.
9. *Collaborates with data science and AI/ML teams to ensure the reliability of data used in AI training, validation, and deployment.
10. Aligns data governance policies with AI development lifecycle, ensuring proper data stewardship and governance throughout the AI project lifecycle.
11. *Conducts assessments to identify data issues, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
12. *Provides guidance and training to business users and data stewards on data governance policies, procedures, and best practices.
13. *Collaborates with Data Council, Advisory Teams, and other governance groups for program oversight and issue resolution.
14. Identifies and mitigates risks related to AI data, including bias, fairness, and privacy concerns, to support responsible AI practices.
15. Works closely with Data Analytics and IT to design and implement data governance tools, technologies, and platforms to provide data quality checks, data cataloging, and data lineage tracking.
16. Stays up to date with AI and data governance industry trends, emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and standards around the evolving legal, ethical, and technological standards related to AI and data governance, and proactively recommends improvements and enhancements to governance frameworks.
17. Ensures that data used in AI systems complies with data privacy laws and organizational policies and maintains auditability of AI data pipelines.
18. Engages and advises the Bryan Data Analytics Council on project prioritization and other agenda items as needed.
19. Develops effective collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the Bryan Health System.
20. Works with executive sponsors and project advocates to ensure products meet business requirements.
21. Collaborates with other teams and leaders to ensure resources and priorities align with Data Council guidance.
22. Establishes effective relationships with clients and provides leadership for all data governance at Bryan.
23. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest the latest trends in field of expertise. Keeps abreast of industry news and trends.
24. Effectively facilitates and participates on multi-disciplinary teams; attends and participates in project meetings and activities.
25. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk *).
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Expert knowledge in principals of data governance and data governance program design.
2. Highly proficient in data governance concepts and application (metadata management, data quality, stewardship, etc.).
3. Knowledge of AI and AI governance.
4. Knowledge of health care market and industry trends.
5. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.
6. Strong skills in problem solving and process improvement.
7. Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex topics to non-technical audiences.
8. Strong ability in program and project management.
9. Ability to perform crucial conversations with desired outcomes.
10. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
11. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and medical staff.
12. Ability to effectively interact with clients that have a broad range of computer knowledge and ability.
13. Ability to plan for and act on changes in the business and market environment that impact current business plans and processes.
14. Ability to problem solve and engage independent critical thinking skills.
15. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
16. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.
17. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree in Data Science, Data Management, Analytics, Computer Science, Public Health, Hospital Administration, Business, or related field required. Masters degree preferred. Five (5) years of related work experience required. Prior project leadership experience (formal or informal) required. Prior data governance experience highly preferred. Prior Epic experience preferred.
OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:
Epic Cogito Fundamentals and Cogito Project Manager certification preferred. Epic certification in Cogito Fundamentals and Cogito Project Manager required within six (6) months of hire.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)
(DOT) Characterized as sedentary work requiring exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Cardiovascular Specialties RN is responsible for identifying patient needs and priorities for care through assessment, planning care based on patient needs, and consistent with the patients expectation of treatment. Executes therapeutic physician or nursing-initiated interventions, and evaluates the patients response to care and the attainment progress toward patient outcomes. The Cardiovascular Specialties RN assists in all procedures performed in the Invasive Cardiology Labs. Through documentation and verbal communication, coordinates care between other professional disciplines as needed. Performs Unit-based activities which contribute to a positive work and professional environment.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
2. *Initiates assessment based on the patients presenting problems or needs and the physicians medical diagnosis including collecting key information from patient, laboratory, and other medical reports, determining which standards of care and practice apply to the patients situation and documenting assessment and clinical judgments and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures.
3. *Works closely with other care providers to complete the initial and ongoing assessments of patients and to provide clinical assistance as needed; re-prioritizes care based on new information.
4. *Performs therapeutic interventions as ordered by the physician with consideration given to knowledge gained from the initial and ongoing assessment of the patient and consistent with population specific standards of care and practice, Invasive Cardiology procedures, demonstrated competencies, and with consideration given to risk management and infection control practices.
5. *Documents care based on standards of care and practice and/or clinical priorities for documentation including:
a. Assessment and ongoing assessment findings;
b. Updated clinical priorities for documentation;
c. Therapeutic nursing interventions with specific attention to patient teaching and patients response to interventions and progress towards outcomes are noted.
6. *Initiates communication with peers and other members of the health care team about clinical priorities for care.
7. *Initiates problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with peers.
8. *Determines the impact of Cath Lab and nursing interventions on the patients condition and recognizes the patients progress towards meeting desires outcomes.
9. *Initiates problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with peers.
10. *Provides direct care to patients as assigned based on caseload acuity, needs and the qualifications and competencies of self and of other staff members.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from a School of Nursing with current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Critical Care or Medical/Surgical nurse or equivalent required. Previous experience in hemodynamic monitoring skills and ECG interpretative skills preferred.
OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or certification within six (6) months of hire required.
Summary
SUMMARY
The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for meeting patients priority needs by assessing, participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing and /or delegating care and evaluating patients responses and progress toward clinical outcomes. The Staff RN contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation, preceptoring and/or resourcing of others.
The Staff RN supervises Licensed Practical Nurses and/or other support staff in the delivery of patient care as described in Nebraska Statute 38.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
*Initiates assessment and reassessment based on the patients presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Centers procedures.
*Synthesizes pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to identify nursing priorities for care and desired outcomes/goals.
*Integrates appropriate standards of care into the patients plan of care based on the diagnosis and age-specific needs.
*Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions.
*Provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn.
*Evaluates the patients response to and effectiveness of interventions.
*Evaluates patients progress toward established outcomes.
*Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care.
*Includes family or significant others in the care of the patient as appropriate.
*Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.
*Provides care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
*Facilitates patients transition to the next level of care.
*Actively participates in continued learning opportunities and continued self-development pertinent to the work unit and duties of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.
