Registered Nurse jobs at Good Shepherd Hospice

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment planning intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team this position participates in decision-making teaching leadership functions and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy procedures standards of nursing practice state and federal regulations. Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses. Performs ongoing systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader Charge Nurse Supervisor or Physician as needed. Assesses collaborates and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. Directs and provides in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients. Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s) and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. Initiates or assists with emergency response measures. Serves as a resource for health care team participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. Ensures correct laboratory collection processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections. Identifies expected outcomes documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options. Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs. and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. Day to day work includes desk work computer work interaction with patients facility/hospital staff and physicians. The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities. May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge after meeting all the following: Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees. Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN. EDUCATION and LICENSURE: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Current appropriate state licensure. Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification. Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN. Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred). Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred). Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans

Responsibilities Psychiatric RNs provide direct care to patients and work within a multidisciplinary team to provide outcome-based treatment for patients. The Psych RN responds to distressed patients and educates patient and family members on symptomology, treatment, and discharge instructions. Psych RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supervise medication schedules and evaluate patient progress based on behavioral changes Monitor and record results of medications and treatments Assist patient in improving coping abilities Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Psychiatric RNs provide direct care to patients and work within a multidisciplinary team to provide outcome-based treatment for patients. The Psych RN responds to distressed patients and educates patient and family members on symptomology, treatment, and discharge instructions. Psych RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supervise medication schedules and evaluate patient progress based on behavioral changes Monitor and record results of medications and treatments Assist patient in improving coping abilities Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities MedSurg RNs provide bedside care for a variety of patients and execute individualized patient assessments to create an individualized plan of care. MedSurg RNs prepare equipment and assist physicians during examination and treatment of patients. MedSurg RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: MedSurg RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications Initiate alternative action when adverse symptomology is displayed Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs when necessary Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Telemetry RNs (Tele RNs) consult with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. The Tele RN utilizes machines that measure a patient's heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate, as well as blood oxygen levels and electrocardiogram information. Tele RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Tele RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications and report an adverse reaction to medications in accordance with policies Prepare equipment and assist physician during examination and treatment of patient Identify irregular telemetry readings and notify the appropriate medical team member Monitor specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities MedSurg RNs provide bedside care for a variety of patients and execute individualized patient assessments to create an individualized plan of care. MedSurg RNs prepare equipment and assist physicians during examination and treatment of patients. MedSurg RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: MedSurg RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications Initiate alternative action when adverse symptomology is displayed Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs when necessary Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities MedSurg RNs provide bedside care for a variety of patients and execute individualized patient assessments to create an individualized plan of care. MedSurg RNs prepare equipment and assist physicians during examination and treatment of patients. MedSurg RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: MedSurg RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications Initiate alternative action when adverse symptomology is displayed Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs when necessary Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Cardiovascular Pediatric Intensive Care RNs (CVPICU RNs) provide age-appropriate care to pediatric patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. They consult with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans. The CVPICU RN assists the physician during examinations, treatments, and procedures, which can include life-saving situations. CVPICU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: CVPICU RNs monitor patient's vital signs, such as blood pressure, breathing, and heart rate Follow continuous cardiac and respiratory monitor readings, such as EKG tracings, O2 stats, CVP/arterial line waveforms Assist in post-operative care after cardiac surgeries Shift: 3x12 Nights

The Gifted Healthcare Experience Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning agency that offers contracts and shifts at premier facilities across the United States. Gifted Healthcare believes in the power one person has to make a difference in a patient's care, inspiring Gifted's mission to help clinicians thrive and advance their careers by providing exceptional job opportunities, day one benefits, and 24/7 support. Join Gifted and enjoy memorable experiences at and away from the bedside while advancing your career on your terms!Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Progressive Care Unit RNs (PCU RNs) care for patients who need close monitoring and frequent assessment but aren't unstable enough to require ICU care. PCU RNs use computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information. PCU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Record patient's medical information and vital signs Prepare equipment and assist physician during examination and treatment of patient Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays to help guide treatment Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Pediatric Registered Nurses (Peds RNs) assist pediatricians in examinations and observe and record pediatric patients' vital signs. Peds RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Administer medication, draw blood, and administer vaccinations using age-appropriate guidelines Set up drips and blood transfusions, intravenous infusions, and assist with tests and evaluations Provide education and support to families and patients Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Telemetry RNs (Tele RNs) consult with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. The Tele RN utilizes machines that measure a patient's heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate, as well as blood oxygen levels and electrocardiogram information. Tele RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Tele RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications and report an adverse reaction to medications in accordance with policies Prepare equipment and assist physician during examination and treatment of patient Identify irregular telemetry readings and notify the appropriate medical team member Monitor specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays Shift: 3x12 Days

Responsibilities MedSurg RNs provide bedside care for a variety of patients and execute individualized patient assessments to create an individualized plan of care. MedSurg RNs prepare equipment and assist physicians during examination and treatment of patients. MedSurg RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: MedSurg RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications Initiate alternative action when adverse symptomology is displayed Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs when necessary Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Stepdown Nurses (RN) provide patient care in transitional units where patients are too sick for the med-surg floor but not sick enough for intensive care. Stepdown RNs job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Evaluate and monitor patient's progress, identifying sudden or subtle changes in the patient's medical condition Calculate drug dosage, titrate medication doses, administer continuous medication infusion and monitor patients for effects of medication Stepdown RNs work closely and collaborate with physicians and all other healthcare professionals Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Intermediate Care Unit RNs (IMCU RNs) treat patients who are suffering from serious conditions, such as diabetes mellitus, electrolyte imbalances, renal failure, liver failure, gastrointestinal bleeds, blood disorders, cancer, sepsis, respiratory distress or multi-system organ failure. IMCU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assess each patient's needs individually and collect relevant data, such as temperature, blood pressure, and pain levels, according to the facility's prescribed procedure Perform physician-prescribed treatments and communicate effectively with patients, families, and physicians, being an advocate for the patient Prepare equipment and assist physicians during examination and treatment of patients Shift: 3x12 Days

Responsibilities Emergency Room RNs (ER RNs) record present symptomology, as well as collect a thorough patient history. The ER RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans in coordination with other healthcare team members. ER RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manage care of patients experiencing life-threatening problems and perform triage interventions Work with physicians to assist in exams, diagnostic testing, and treatments Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications Shift: 3x12 Days

Your Job: The Clinical Team Leader performs direct patient care as the charge nurse and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. Your Job Requirements: • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing: BSN required • Completion of charge nurse training and competencies (if external hire, must complete within 90 days of hire). • Current RN license in the State of Texas or compact license • Clinical Course Certifications (Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardio Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, NRP, etc.) consistent with RN requirements for specific clinical area. • Advanced Specialty Certification or agreement to obtain within 2 years (CCRN, CEN, RNC, etc.) Must have OR experience. Your Job Responsibilities: • Provides front line leadership and decision-making for departmental staff, ensuring the quality and integrity of care delivered. • Develops plan for unit staffing based on patient acuity/care needs and oversees day to day operations on the designated shift. • Monitors workflow and adjusts staffing accordingly to support fiscal goals of the unit. • Coordinates and facilitates efficient patient flow for the unit. Ensures timely and efficient pull of patients being admitted to the unit as well as timeliness of discharging patients from the unit. • Assists the manager in achieving and sustaining department and organizational objectives including but not limited to patient experience, length of stay, and unit/patient specific quality measures. • Participates in department specific initiatives and process improvement projects. • Participates in peer interviews and provide feedback for employee evaluations as requested by manager. • Assists with occurrence investigations. • Other duties as assigned. Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation's first hospital to receive The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center - Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned: Magnet -designated hospital 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review , 2023 Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023 Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023 Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Level III Trauma Center

Additional Information About the Role Job Details: 12 Hour Night Shifts Every 3rd Weekend Holiday Rotation as Required by Department Benefit Eligible Additional Preferred Requirements Pediatric critical care experience preferred Overview St. Louis Children's Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and lives of children. As one of the top-ranked children's hospitals in the country, St. Louis Children's provides care in more than 50 specialty areas through a dedicated team of physicians, nurses, staff and volunteers. Along with inpatient and outpatient medical care, the hospital offers education, wellness and injury-prevention programs to fulfill its mission to “do what's right for kids.” Providing comprehensive, high-quality care and serving as an advocate for children has been St. Louis Children's commitment since its inception in 1879. Today, the hospital serves patients and families across a 300-mile service area, and has seen patients from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. St. Louis Children's consistently ranks among America's Best Children's Hospitals by U.S.News & World Report in all surveyed categories. In 2021, St. Louis Children's was one of eight children's hospitals to rank in the top 25 of all 10 specialties. The hospital's academic and physician partner, Washington University School of Medicine, is one of the top-ranked medical schools in the United States. Since 2005, St. Louis Children's has been designated as a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care. Responsibilities Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration. Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development. Develops, implements, and documents individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team and patient, family or caregiver in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum of care. Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs according to standards of care. Assess patient preferences and barriers to involvement in care, including their values, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population-specific needs. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Education Nursing Diploma/Associate's - Nursing Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications RN Preferred Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree - Nursing Experience Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate candidate for an On Call Registered Nurse serving patients and their families in Henryetta and surrounding communities. The Hospice RN provides nursing assessment, planning and care to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families in accordance with the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care. * On Call Position * Previous experience in hospice, home health, or geriatrics preferred Responsibilities * Receives patient assignments from the Patient Care Manager or Case Manager. Initiates communication with attending physicians, hospice staff members and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient/family. * Cultivates communication and bereavement skills. * Maintains regular communication with the attending physician concerning patient/family care. * Contacts families of new patient assignment, maintains regular communication as requested or desired by family. * Obtains data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family health status and incorporate that data into the Plan of Care. * Maintains up to date patient records so that problems, plans, actions and goals are accurately and clearly stated and changes are reflected as they occur. Turn paperwork into office as required by Medicare and Good Shepherd Hospice policies and procedures. * Instructs the patient and caregiver: * How to administer medication, recognizing side effects, and adverse reactions. * How to perform personal care and oral hygiene. * How to assist in lifting, moving, ambulation and exercise. * Disaster/Safety Management. * How to prepare for the events preceding death. * Informs the Patient Care Manager of unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues. * Attends the Hospice team meetings and other patient conferences, including care plan meetings, as deemed necessary by the Patient Care Manager. * Provides appropriate support at time of death. * Shares in providing 24-hour, seven days a week coverage to patients and families. * Evaluates hospice aides every two weeks. * Evaluate LPN at a minimum of one time per month. * Through individualized studies, learn and develop understanding of hospice philosophy. * Become proficient in pain management through individualized reading, in services or seminars. * All other task assigned Qualifications * Registered Nurse currently licensed in the state in which the care is provide * Hospice experience preferred * Must be of high integrity including maintenance of confidential information including all patient records * Works as a team player, following directions and adhering to defined care plans * Demonstrated commitment to the hospice philosophy of care * Strong Organizational and Self-Management Skills * Critical Thinker with Good Judgment * Works as a team player, following directions and adhering to defined care plans * Can successfully pass background checks * Valid Driver's License * Demonstrated commitment to the hospice philosophy of care