RN - Registered Nurse - ICU
Company: Bon Secours
Location: Franklin
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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*Requisition* R127247 *Market* Franklin, Virginia *Department*
Intensive Care Unit - Southampton - Franklin *Shift* Days/Nights
*Schedule* Full-time *Thank you for considering a career at **Bon
Secours!** *Southampton Medical Center - Franklin, VA** *Full Time
(36 Hours a Week) - Days/Nights** *$15,000 Sign On Bonus (for RNs
with at least 1 year of experience**Summary of Primary
Functions*The Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) provides,
coordinates, plans, and evaluates the care of the patient in
collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and within
established the nursing process framework. Evaluation is done
through data collection, assessment, identification, and
prioritization of patient problems/needs including evaluating
process/outcome of nursing care, interventions, and teaching. The
RN coordinates, provides, and directs patient teaching activities
and coordinates the care provided by health team members.*Essential
Job Functions * Conducts and analyzes initial and ongoing patient
assessment, creates a plan of care, implements treatment, and
evaluates treatment effectiveness. Administers medications in a
safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours
Mercy Health policies and procedures Serves as point of contact for
patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments. Acts
as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality
improvement in the department and collaborates with spiritual care,
palliative, and ethics when needed Serves as a point person for
care coordination for family members or caregivers. Performs
nursing care associated with life supporting technology/modalities
may include but not limited to: ventilator management, CRRT, IABP,
Impella, ECMO Performs hemodynamic monitoring Clinically manages
critically ill patients with multi-system organ failure and/or
multisystem trauma Using the AACN Synergy Model, restores,
supports, promotes, rehabilitates, or palliates to maintain the
physiologic, psychologic, and psychosocial stability of patients
across the lifespan. Synthesizes and prioritizes information in
order to take immediate and decisive evidence-based,
patient-focused action using clinical judgement and clinical
inquiry. Anticipates and responds with confidence and adapts to
rapidly changing patient conditions. Responds to the unique needs
of the patients and families coping with unanticipated illness or
injury and treatment and advocate for their choices in quality of
life. BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in
accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing
Professional Practice Model.This document is not an exhaustive list
of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working
conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to
perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor,
subject to reasonable
accommodation.*Licensing/Certification*Current RN license in state
they are working or covered by compact (required)BLS Basic Life
Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source
prior to direct patient care)ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
(required within 6 months of hire)TNCC Trauma Nursing Core Course
(preferred)CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred)PCCN
Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred)RN-BC Registered Nurse
- Board Certified (preferred)TCRN Trauma Certified Registered Nurse
(preferred)National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification
(preferred)*Education*Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)*Work
Experience*1 year of RN experience (required)6 months RN experience
in a Med/Surg, Critical Care, Stepdown, or Emergency Department
Unit (preferred)*Training*EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)
training (preferred)Critical Care Course (preferred)*Skills*
Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and
scope of practice of staff. Orients, facilitates learning
experience, and provides education (based upon quality improvement
indicators, outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and
others. Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to
provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current
standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission.
Performs comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition
and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive
resources. Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and
prioritizes plan of care. Application of the nursing process in
patient care delivery. Assesses patient's physical and emotional
responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention
and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly. Assists
patient and family in coping with patient's illness. Collaborates
with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care. Strong
interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills. Applies
cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for
patients and their support resources. Recognizes own limitations
and seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely.
Advances personal and professional growth through participation in
educational programs, current literature, in-services, and
workshops. Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own
and delegated actions. Integrates cost-effective measures into
practice and models effective stewardship of available resources.
Practices self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and
difficult circumstances. Protects the safety and privacy of all
persons. Understanding and utilization of office and clinical
technologies. Ability to communicate with patients in a manner they
can understand considering their personal preferences.
Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in
illness, suffering, pain, and existence. Remains calm, adaptive,
and collective during an emergency. Assists with insertion
intra-aortic balloon pumps, chest tubes, and impellas. Assesses
patients through hemodynamic monitoring. Assists with insertion of
transvenous pacing/temporary pacing. Administers means for
conscious sedation. Knowledge of advanced respiratory modalities.
Manages nursing care of the patient with a Swan-Ganz
catheter.*Working Conditions*Periods of high stress and fluctuating
workloads may occurMay be exposed to physical altercations and
verbal abuseMay be required to use physical restraintsMay be
exposed to high noise levels and bright lightsMay be exposed to
limited hazardous substances or body fluids*May be exposed to human
blood and other potentially infectious materials*May have periods
of constant interruptions* Individuals in this position are
required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective
equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection
control.*Physical Requirements*Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.):
34-66%Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)
34-66%Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%Stoop/Kneel 1-33%Crawling
1-33%Climbing 1-33%Balance 1-33%Bending 34-66%Sitting 34-66%Walking
34-66%Standing 34-66%*Additional Physical
Requirements/Hazards*Manual dexterity (eye/hand
coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight of patientsHear
alarms/telephone/audio recorderReach above shoulderRepetitive
arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor VisionAcuity - farAcuity -
nearDepth perceptionUse of latex productsExposure to
toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical
partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential electrical
shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to high
pitched noisesGaseous risk exposure*Patient Population*Demonstrates
the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to
the age of the patients served on his or her assigned
unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and
development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess
data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the
appropriate information needed to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to
provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and
procedures.Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)Bon
Secoursis an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities
reward* your hard work with:* Comprehensive, affordable medical,
dental and vision plans* Prescription drug coverage* Flexible
spending accounts* Life insurance w/AD&D* Employer
contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible* Paid time
off* Educational Assistance* And much more *Benefits offerings vary
according to employment status*S**cheduled Weekly Hours:*36*Work
Shift: *Days/Nights *Department: *Intensive Care Unit - Southampton
- FranklinAll applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or
protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on
the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the
affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health
Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg,
Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and
Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If
you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a
reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection
process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
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