Partners Healthcare System Newton , MA 02458
Posted 6 days ago
Primary Accountabilities
Coordinates quality patient care in the Cardiovascular Center, Radiology, and Nuclear Cardiology
Promotes efficient utilization of resources
Provides clinical support and acts as a resource to nursing staff and unlicensed personnel in order to provide optimal patient care
Facilitates communication and collaboration within the CVC and outlying areas including: Radiology, Cardiology, hospital clinics/offices, and in-patient units
Assists with coordinating orientation for new staff
Manages daily CVC staffing requirements and assess frequently throughout the day making appropriate adjustments depending on case prioritization, patient flow
Delegates duties to unlicensed personnel to ensure continuity of patient care
Demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and versatility in handling complex situations and problem solving
Communicates effectively with physicians to coordinate services
Uses principles of leadership to promote optimal health care for patients
Plans for staffing needs and makes patient care assignments based on patient needs and acuity, and staff competence
Identifies high risk patients and intervenes and communicates as needed
Assists in the planning of staffing needs for next shift/day
Acts as clinical and leadership resource by facilitating the delivery of patient care
Acts as clinical resource by facilitating the delivery of patient care for a group of patients
Plans for staffing needs and makes patient care assignments based on patient needs and acuity, and staff competence
Identifies high risk patients and intervenes and communicates as needed
Assists in the planning of staffing needs for next shift/day
Facilitates the flow of the unit or department and stays prepared for the unexpected
Communicates with Nursing Supervisors, bed control, referring and receiving units/departments and appropriate specialties regarding bed availability and assignments, as applicable
Assures compliance with established hospital and departmental policies/procedures, regulatory requirements, and patient safety, quality, risk management, environmental, and infection control standards
Ensures emergency equipment is checked and in working order
Supports staff and facilitates response to emergencies and disasters
Assists and communicates with other members of the nursing team and/or other disciplines effectively
Assumes direct patient care responsibility based upon the needs of the individual unit
Participates actively in problem solving and conflict resolution
Assesses ongoing educational needs of staff and makes recommendations to the Nurse Manager and Educator
Serves as a role model for professional growth and development through participation in educational programs; attendance of in-service meetings and workshops; and reviews of current literature
Participates in ongoing process improvement activities and provides leadership for the implementation of initiatives as recommended by the project teams
Supports and promotes management decisions, goals, and initiatives
Assists the Nurse Manager and Educator in assessing the quality of nursing care and documentation provided on the shift
Directs unit shift activities consistent with budgetary guidelines
Oversees all nursing personnel assigned to the shift in accordance with the BORN regulations and professional standards of care
Holds staff accountable for the care of assigned patients
Reports incidence of non-compliance to Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor in a timely manner
Provides feedback to Manager related to employee performance
Makes independent decisions within the scope of the role
Determines appropriate courses of action to take in complex situations that may not be addressed by existing policies, procedures, or protocols, including but not limited to matters such as changes in staffing levels, order in which work is done, and application of established procedures
Demonstrates progressive leadership skills as evidenced by:
Planning, organizing, and directing the activities of others
Motivating, leading, and coaching others effectively
Fostering a safe working environment for peers and colleagues
Making difficult decisions
Showing clear, unbiased judgment in resolving conflicts
Coaching others while maintaining constructive working relationships and professional communications
Participating and contributing as a team member on committees
Encouraging others to share ideas and approaches to process improvement
Promoting Organizational Excellence programs and initiatives
Taking Call is required (one weekend per 6-week work schedule)
Job Knowledge & Skills
Education & Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
Minimum 3 years recent clinical nursing experience
At least 2 years level 3 NICU experience required
License(s)
Training, Certifications, and/or Registrations
CPR Training required
ACLS required
Evidence of continued education and professional development
Other certification or training as required by the specialty
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