Practice Nurse Per Diem R30869

Req#: R30869

Category(s): Nursing, Ambulatory Direct Care Nurses

Full Time / Part Time: Per Diem

Shift: First

Summary:

Responsible for the provision of nursing care to patients in accordance with current BH Standards of Care. The Practice Nurse demonstrates strong knowledge and application of the nursing process as it relates to patients and families; is accountable for professional nursing practice; collaborates with health team members, patients/families in the provision of care; delegates to and provides direct supervision to other health team members as appropriate in the implementation of patient care; acts as an advocate for patients/families/significant others and practices within accepted ethical and legal parameters of nursing

Job Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the provision of nursing care to patients in accordance with current BH Standards of Care. The Practice Nurse demonstrates strong knowledge and application of the nursing process as it relates to patients and families; is accountable for professional nursing practice; collaborates with health team members, patients/families in the provision of care; delegates to and provides direct supervision to other health team members as appropriate in the implementation of patient care; acts as an advocate for patients/families/significant others and practices within accepted ethical and legal parameters of nursing

2. Demonstrates sound clinical judgment in assessing patients' health care needs, consulting with providers and others as necessary

3. Accurately performs and documents Point of Care testing and required quality assurance checks.

4. Accurately performs and documents telephone triage, including assessment, guidance given, patient response and plan(s) for future intervention.

5. Assists in the processing of prescription renewal requests in accordance with applicable law and regulations governing such acts.

6. Accurately and thoroughly documents the patient visit in a timely manner, including assessment, care given during the visit, patient response and plan(s) for future intervention.

7. Identifies and assesses patient education needs and, in conjunction with providers, provides one-on-one education to patients and families.

8. Independently tracks and reviews test and lavatory results, notifying the provider of critical lab values and abnormal results within the appropriate time frame

9. Assists with practice process improvement through participation/contribution on teams, data collection and other efforts to increase efficiency, productivity and quality.

10. Communicates and cooperates appropriately with providers and other staff, patients and parents to foster compassionate, safe patient care and teamwork. Demonstrates responsibility for his/her own continued intellectual and professional growth. Serves as a role model and leader, and appropriately oversees and directs patient care and work flow. Performs I.V. starts when appropriate.

Required Work Experience:

1. Three to 5 years of clinical experience

Preferred Work Experience:

1. Practice-specific experience preferred

Skills and Competencies:

1. Able to work in a fast-paced clinical environment and to handle multiple tasks; able to remain calm under pressure

2. Knowledge of appropriate age-specific pediatric developmental stages, theories and concepts

3. Excellent assessment and triage skills

4. Strong communication and customer service skills

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Education:

Diploma in Nursing (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Cardiac Life Support

• American Heart Association, Registered Nurse

• State of Massachusetts

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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