Registered Nurse jobs at DCH Health System

Southeast. Always the right career direction. The Vascular Access Specialist: is primarily responsible for the insertion of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) in the outpatient as well as the inpatient setting. uses the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care provided to individuals with complex vascular access needs. actively accepts, understands, and practices appropriate standards of intravenous nursing. actively supports the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and department. performs various other activities related to vascular access including but not limited to repair of PICC lines declotting of all vascular access devices dressing changes to all vascular access devices provides education and training to patients and staff on vascular access device care and management. Job Description QUALIFICATIONS: Current RN license in the state Documented skill and competency in peripheral IV access and central vascular access devices Successful completion of the requirements for PICC line insertion as stipulated by the Alabama Board of Nursing Certification Requirement: Must obtain certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Infusionist (CRNI) within one year of date of employment. Must be able to rotate being on call during evenings, nights, and weekends. LANGUAGE/ COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Must be able to read, write, and speak English Ability to communicate effectively with individuals of various education levels via written and verbal formats. Ability to conduct educational activities and presentations effectively to all levels of staff SKILLS: Successful course completion in Basic Cardiac Life Support Successful course completion of institutional Intermediate EKG Course Annual completion of competency requirements. Ability to function independently with effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and presentation skills Successful completion of Advance Cardiac Life Support course (preferred). Experience in operating personal computers, including operation of computer software in a Windows environment (preferred). Shift Day Shift Details FTE 0.2 Type Per Diem Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

in Dothan Alabama. This is a 7a-7:30p, 07:00:00-19:30:00, 12. in the 4 East | 400300. The ideal candidate will possess a current state license as a RN and have at least 2 years of recent experience as a Med Surg RN.

Southeast. Always the right career direction. "Licensed Nursing Staff recognizing the need for and assists with coverage during staffing shortages with competency in one (1) of the departments listed: Critical Care Services, Medical- Surgical Services, Behavioral health Services, Emergency Services." Utilizes the nursing process, formulates an individualized plan of care, evaluates the plan on an ongoing basis, and revises the plan as indicated by the patient's response to treatment in Critical Care Services (e.g. NCCU, CVICU, CCU), Medical- Surgical Services (e.g. 2 East, 3East, 4 East, 5 East, 6 East, 7 East), Emergency Services, and Adult Behavioral Medicine Unit. Actively accepts, understands, and practices appropriate standards of nursing practice. Actively supports the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and department. Performs various activities related to the needs of patients in accordance with the hospital's established policies and procedures to include the following age groups: infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Job Description Essential Functions (10 recommended) * Observes patient's behavior for changes in order to intervene appropriately, guide nonprofessional nursing staff, communicates changes to appropriate staff and record changes. * Assists the physician with procedures (possibly urgent or emergent) in the care of the behavioral health patient. * Utilizes restraint/seclusion appropriately and only after alternative interventions have proven unsuccessful. * Documents accurate and factual information on all records. * Involves other members of the health care team in the provision of care to the behavioral health patient through patient care conferences or direct consultation. * Communicates accurate and appropriate information about the patient care plan to the patient, family, and other health care staff. * Initiates and updates the plan of care, involving the patient and/or family in the development of the plan. * Uses effective communication skills in interactions with patients and their families, health care personnel, and the community * Applies effective interviewing skills to elicit information from the patient and/or family that is necessary to plan, implement, and evaluate care * Implements teaching strategies that are appropriate for the patient and/or family. * Functions as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. * Actively participates in discharge planning. * Manages all information obtained with strict confidentiality to safeguard patient information from use by unauthorized personnel. * Follows Southeast Health Center's safety guidelines for self, patients, visitors, and employees. * Follows Southeast Health Center's infection prevention policies. * Independently handles communications in a manner, which decreases conflict. * Stays current on correct operation of medical devices and associated materials * Uses the Electronic Medical record and accurately document patient information to insure the quality of patient care. * Uses the computer system correctly in charging the correct patient account with correct exams and supplies. * Provides moderate sedation and aids in pain management during and post procedure. * Reports promptly any critical or unusual situations. * Performs other duties as requested by primary manager that do not compromise moral code of conduct or protocols set in place for patient or employee safety. Supervised Positions * None Qualifications Minimum Education Required * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current RN license in the State of Alabama Minimum Education Preferred * Completion of an undergraduate degree Minimum Experience Required * For Medical-Surgical Services, one (1) or more years of experience as a Registered Nurse; * For Behavioral Medicine Unit, one (1) or more years of experience in Adult Behavioral Health; * For Critical Care(CCU), one (1) or more years of experience in Critical Care, PACU or Emergency Department ( ED); * For ED, one (1) or more years of experience in Emergency services; Current PALS certification * Current ACLS certification Minimum Experience Preferred * Successful course completion of institutional Intermediate EKG Course * Successful completion of stroke requirements Required Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities * Maintain current State of Alabama RN licensure. * Maintain current ACLS certification. * Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and critical thinking in all aspects of the nursing process and unit activities; develops creative solutions to problems. * Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Interprets data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provides appropriate care based on these needs. * Demonstrates appropriate utilization of the skills of the Registered Nurse as approved by the Alabama Board of Nursing * Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized, and function appropriately under stressful situations. * Demonstrates the ability to perform all exams in the department. Has taken the initiative to insure one's own competency with each exam. * Works actively and cooperatively with co-workers as a team. * Recognizes and employs team efforts to achieve departmental/organizational goals. * Encourages and promotes positive behaviors in coworkers. * Demonstrates ability to work with patients, families, visitors, and co-workers regardless of race, gender, disease process, life-style, religious or cultural beliefs. * Demonstrates an understanding of being a team member * Demonstrates a positive attitude, ability, and actions to adapt to changes in work/work flow. * Demonstrates job related skills in a safe, appropriate, effective, and timely manner. * Must possess the physical ability to take down and restrain combative, aggressive patients. * Respect and caring demonstrated in words, action, and body language to all patients and hospital staff. * Works cooperatively and collaboratively within and between departments to provide quality service to patients. * Experience in operating personal computers, including operation of computer software in a Windows environment * Customer service oriented. * Annual completion of competency requirements. * Person in this position is required to understand, agree upon and follow our Six Ground Rules: * No excuses. * We are a team. * Bring up your ideas. * Poor performance will be addressed. * 'That's not my job' is not acceptable * Manage Up. Shift Day Shift Details 7:00 am - 7:00 pm FTE 0.2 Type Per Diem Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Southeast. Always the right career direction. The role of the Emergency Care Unit (ECU) overflow nurse is to provide inpatient medical, surgical, telemetry, and stepdown level of care to patients admitted to the hospital from the Emergency Department (ED) The Overflow Nurse will care for the admitted patients in the dynamic, fast-paced, high-patient turnover environment The overflow nurse will advance the inpatient plan of care in coordination with the admitting team, case management and ED Charge Nurse Job Description QUALIFICATIONS: * Current RN license in the state * One year of nurse experience required. * Emergency Department experience Preferred. RESPSONSIBILITIES: * This position will work in conjunction with the Emergency Department. Responsibilities will include caring for admitted Emergency Department patients while they wait for an inpatient bed. If unit is closed, staff will return to the Emergency Department to assist with care of Emergency Department patients. LANGUAGE/ COMMUNICATION SKILLS: * Must be able to read, write, and speak English SKILLS: * Successful course completion in Basic Cardiac Life Support; * ACLS/PALS required. * Successful course completion of institutional Intermediate EKG Course; * Annual completion of competency requirements; * Successful completion of Advance Cardiac Life Support course preferred; with exception of Special Procedures- where this is required; * Experience in operating personal computers, including operation of computer software in a Windows environment (preferred). Shift Day Shift Details 7:00 am - 7:00 pm FTE 0.9 Type Regular Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

in Dothan Alabama. This is a 7p-7:30a, 19:00:00-07:30:00, 12. in the 3 Central Pediatrics | 400500. The ideal candidate will possess a current state license as a RN and have at least 2 years of recent experience as a PEDS RN.

in Dothan Alabama. This is a 7a-7:30p, 07:00:00-19:30:00, 12. in the 5 East | 400800. The ideal candidate will possess a current state license as a RN and have at least 2 years of recent experience as a MS/TELE RN.

in Dothan Alabama. This is a 7p-7:30a, 19:00:00-07:30:00, 12. in the 2 North Behavioral Medicine | 410100. The ideal candidate will possess a current state license as a RN and have at least 2 years of recent experience as a Psych RN.

in Dothan Alabama. This is a 7p-7:30a, 19:00:00-07:30:00, 12. in the 3 East Med Surg | 400700. The ideal candidate will possess a current state license as a RN and have at least 2 years of recent experience as a MS/TELE RN.

Southeast. Always the right career direction. Actively accepts, understands, and practices appropriate standards of emergency nursing care. Is responsible and accountable for managing all assigned personnel, supplies, and equipment. Is responsible for promoting positive relationships and teamwork among employees and between departments. Is responsible and accountable for own clinical practice, as well as the quality and quantity of nursing care given to patients by nursing personnel. Actively supports the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and department. Job Description QUALIFICATIONS: * Current RN License in the state of Alabama * Successful course completion in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within one year of employment * Successful course completion in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within one year of employment * Basic Cardiac Life Support required Successful course completion of institutional intermediate EKG course LANGUAGE/ COMMUNICATION SKILLS: * Must be able to read, write, and speak English Shift Night Shift Details FTE 0.9 Type Regular Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Southeast. Always the right career direction. Actively accepts, understands, and practices appropriate standards of emergency nursing care. Is responsible and accountable for managing all assigned personnel, supplies, and equipment. Is responsible for promoting positive relationships and teamwork among employees and between departments. Is responsible and accountable for own clinical practice, as well as the quality and quantity of nursing care given to patients by nursing personnel. Actively supports the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and department. Job Description QUALIFICATIONS: * Current RN License in the state of Alabama * Successful course completion in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within one year of employment * Successful course completion in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within one year of employment * Basic Cardiac Life Support required Successful course completion of institutional intermediate EKG course LANGUAGE/ COMMUNICATION SKILLS: * Must be able to read, write, and speak English Shift Night Shift Details 7:00 pm - 7:00 am FTE 0.9 Type Regular Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Southeast. Always the right career direction. Actively accepts, understands, and practices appropriate standards of emergency nursing care. Is responsible and accountable for managing all assigned personnel, supplies, and equipment. Is responsible for promoting positive relationships and teamwork among employees and between departments. Is responsible and accountable for own clinical practice, as well as the quality and quantity of nursing care given to patients by nursing personnel. Actively supports the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and department. Job Description QUALIFICATIONS: * Current RN License in the state of Alabama * Successful course completion in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within one year of employment * Successful course completion in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within one year of employment * Basic Cardiac Life Support required Successful course completion of institutional intermediate EKG course LANGUAGE/ COMMUNICATION SKILLS: * Must be able to read, write, and speak English Shift Evening Shift Details 3:00 pm - 3:00 am FTE 0.9 Type Regular Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Southeast. Always the right career direction. Uses the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care provided to individuals in a Critical Care Unit (e.g., NCCU, CVICU, CCU). Actively accepts, understands, and practices appropriate standards of critical care nursing. Actively supports the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and department. Performs various activities related to the needs of critically ill patients in accordance with the hospital's established policies and procedures to include the following age groups: infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Job Description QUALIFICATIONS: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; * Current RN license in the state. LANGUAGE/ COMMUNICATION SKILLS: * Must be able to read, write, and speak English SKILLS: * Successful course completion in Advanced Cardiac Life Support or completion within 3 months of hire; * Successful course completion in Basic Cardiac Life Support; * Successful course completion of institutional Intermediate EKG Course; * Successful course completion of institutional Critical Care Course if no prior Critical Care experience; * Successful completion of stroke requirements; * Experience in operating personal computers, including operation of computer software in a Windows environment (preferred). Shift Night Shift Details 7:00 pm - 7:00 am FTE 0.9 Type Regular Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

NEW GRADUATE RN If you are a current or will be graduating from Nursing School with in the next few months, please complete your application to this job opening. RMC will require an orientation process and a flexible schedule for all nursing units. Responsible for the delivery of individualized patient care to assigned patients by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Work is performed in accordance with Patient Services Standards of Care and professional standards of practice.Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Must have a current Alabama RN License or applying for a Temporary RN License at time of employment. Must have BLS/CPR by the American Heart Association.

This job functions in a dynamic and varied role; the major goal is to provide quality nursing care to patients: job performance requires the use of assessment, communication, teaching, leadership and management skills; insures patient privacy and dignity; may function in the following areas: special procedures, general diagnostics, computerized tomography, nuclear medicine and ultrasound. Assesses the physical, psychosocial, spiritual and growth and development dimensions of the patient. Plans patient care utilizing the nursing and medical diagnosis. Implements nursing plan of care on assigned patients. Evaluates patient status, nursing interventions and appropriateness of the nursing care plan. Communicates and documents patient care activities, needs and assessments. Current Alabama or MSL RN license. Current BLS certification or training available upon hire Must complete ACLS within the first year in position. Appropriate nursing competencies are maintained. â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'â€'Prefer five years critical care experience.

Responsible for coordinating clinic operations across multiple outpatient clinics while ensuring adherence to best practices in infection prevention and control. This position requires a licensed RN with leadership experience, clinic knowledge and a strong understanding of infection prevention protocols. The RN will act as a liaison between clinics to promote quality patient care, operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. Responsible for overall operations and functions of Infection Control program which includes infection control data collection and analysis; product/procedure evaluation; consultation about infection risks, prevention and control strategies; education directed at improving patient outcomes; and participation in research. Works in conjunction with Employee Health, Infection Control and Safety Committees. As part of Educational Services, participates in selected educational activities. Acts within framework of RMC and Educational Services philosophies and assures compliance with local, state and federal infection control regulations. Clinical Coordination across Clinics * Oversees day-to-day clinical workflows across multiple clinic sites. * Standardize clinical practices and ensure consistent patient care delivery. * Collaborate with providers, clinic managers and staff to optimize processes. * Provide clinical guidance related to Infection Control & Prevention. * Assist in mentoring and ongoing education for staff. * Monitor and support performance improvement initiatives across clinics. * Ability to travel between clinic locations as needed. Infection Prevention and Control * Coordinates with team members, a hospital-wide infection control program. * Maintains a nosocomial infection surveillance system. * Provides consultative infection control services to patients, hospital staff and community. * Supervises infection control educational activities for all hospital employees. * Demonstrates professional judgment and behavior.

Responsible for the delivery of individualized patient care to assigned patients by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Work is performed in accordance with Patient Services Standards of Care and professional standards of practice.Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Prefer previous clinical experience in area of specialty. Must have a current Alabama RN License. Must have BLS/CPR by the American Heart Association.

Responsible for the delivery of individualized patient care to assigned patients by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Work is performed in accordance with Patient Services Standards of Care and professional standards of practice of an accredited school of nursing. Prefer previous clinical experience in area of specialty. Must have a current Alabama RN License. Must have BLS/CPR by the American Heart Association.

Responsible for the delivery of individualized patient care to assigned patients by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Work is performed in accordance with Patient Services Standards of Care and professional standards of practice of an accredited school of nursing. Prefer previous clinical experience in area of specialty. Must have a current Alabama RN License. Must have BLS/CPR by the American Heart Association.

The Nurse Extern provides a continuation of role development for the upcoming registered nurse. Now shadowing the Registered Nurse, the Extern will begin to develop assessment skills, time management techniques, medication administration, and tasks/skills as delegated by the nurse. Responsibilities The Nurse Extern will perform the following tasks as delegated to do so and under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse: Monitor condition on each assigned patient on admission and on an ongoing basis to include but not limited to the patient's physical condition, psychological status, social status, spiritual and cultural needs, pain assessment/management, nutritional and functional status, developmental or age-related factors, and discharge planning needs. Administration of routine medications and related documentation in the patient's electronic health record. Dressing changes - simple bandaging (e.g. steri-strips), wet-to-dry, and/or sterile dressing change Maintenance of ostomies Peripheral venous phlebotomy for laboratory analysis Peripheral IV insertion as well as accessing of any PIV catheter for initiation of approved medication administrations Application of oxygen via nasal cannula Insertion/removal of Foley catheter, to exclude suprapubic catheterization Initiation and discontinuation of nebulizer treatments to exclude racemic epinephrine administration Administration of routine screening tests/immunizations (e.g. flu and TB) Provides, and documents patient and/or significant other education based on physical, behavioral, psychological, developmental, and age-related factors, after identifying barriers to learning. Participates in coordinating the care planning with patient, family, providers and other disciplines to achieve patient-centered outcomes. Applies safety principles when performing care and accurately documents observations, care provided and changes in care plan. Participates in team shift reports. Assists in performance improvement (PI) activities by assisting with PI measures and supporting and implementing changes necessary for improvement. The Nurse Extern shall NOT be delegated the following nursing activities: Administration of PRN medications Administer any form of medication through the following routes: Gastric Nasogastric Central venous catheters (CVL) and/or peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) Suction of and/or replacement of tracheostomy Accessing feeding tubes (G or J-tubes) Administration of blood or blood products Suprapubic catheterization Accurately documents care provided according to policies and procedures. Performs initial and annual competency per job class. Specific ages: adolescent, adult and geriatric as defined by scope of service. Applies safety principles and proper body mechanics in the performance of specific techniques of personal and supportive care, such as ambulation of patients, transferring patients, assisting with normal range of motion and positioning. Participates in economical utilization of supplies and ensures that equipment and nursing units are maintained in a clean, safe manner. Ensures that patients are placed on cardiac monitors as soon as possible. Reports alarms immediately to the nurse caring for the patient. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self. Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees. Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees. Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must currently be enrolled in a Registered Nursing program and must have successfully completed coursework in pharmacology, medication administration and fundamentals OR has graduated from an accredited RN program but failed the NCLEX exam and is committed to re-taking it within a 3-month timeframe. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider training required. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English. WORKING CONDITIOINS Physical: Physical presence onsite is essential. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected within normal range. Able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of standing and walking. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Is able to push stretcher/wheelchair with average adult patient. Is able to do frequent stooping and on occasion crouching, crawling or kneeling. Ability to reach reasonable distances in any direction. Ability to run in emergency situations. Must be able to move fingers in a coordinated manner. Must have ability to feel and perceive temperature, texture, shape and size with fingertips. Environmental: Includes exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazard materials and/or cleaning solutions. Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment. Psychological: Includes receiving delegation, working with team members, addressing conflict, and communicating with all types of personalities.