Wheeling Hospital
RN Women's Services (Full Time)
Wheeling Hospital, Wheeling, West Virginia, United States, 26003
Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! This position has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of nursing care through the use of the nursing process.
The incumbent accepts accountability, applies competent clinical knowledge skills, and uses independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and by health care providers to whom care is delegated to achieve quality patient care outcomes. Performs the duties and responsibilities within the scope of a Registered Nurse (RN) - Level I, II, & III, as defined within the job description.
The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills at the proficient level necessary to provide care that is relevant to the patient(s) under their care, as well as apply principles of growth and development over the life span. This role provides professional nursing care for patients in an inpatient hospital setting.
Minimum Qualifications
ADN, Diploma, BSN or higher degree Specialty Certification in applicable discipline. Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Registered Professional Nurses, or appropriate state board where services will be provided, as a registered professional nurse OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date. Experience
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher with 3 years of experience , OR ADN/Diploma with 5 years of experience CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads the design and development of interprofessional processes for plan of care. Provides Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Care to patients and caregivers. Defines expected outcomes that incorporate cost, clinical effectiveness, and are aligned with the outcomes identified by members of the interprofessional team. Identifies communication strategies among individuals, family, community and social systems on health and illness. Provides leadership for establishing, improving, and sustaining collaborative relationships to achieve safe quality care for healthcare consumers. Provides interdepartmental guidance regarding strategies to enhance care provided to patient population. Collaborates with the healthcare team in modifying care delivery, creating an environment conducive to improved care experience. Participates in developing new processes within the organization. Partners with other members of health system to assist with system quality improvements. Utilizes data and information in system-level decision-making. Assists with organizational policy within practice setting. Assists with improved information infrastructure. Demonstrates leadership skills that emphasize ethical and critical decision-making, effective working relationships, and a systems perspective. Formulates culturally sensitive expected outcomes derived from assessments and diagnoses. Develops recruitment and retention strategies to achieve a multicultural workforce. Evaluates tools, instruments, and services provided to culturally diverse populations. Identifies strategies for communication with peers/mentors to provide support in times of difficult cultural situations. Identifies barriers that may prevent cultural care & resolution to difficult situations. Promotes wellbeing within the interprofessional team. Mentors team members to lead change to advance health. Participates in continuing professional development by identifying learning opportunities. Required competencies to include demonstration of regularly being a charge nurse and/or precepting new staff or nursing students Required competencies to include demonstration of participation in QI and/or shared governance at the unit level Physical Requirements
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs. Visual acuity must be within normal range. Hearing within normal range is required. Working Environment
Working protracted or irregular hours. Working around biohazards. Working around infectious diseases. Working with or near the deceased. Working with hands in water. Working with electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment. Skills And Abilities
Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict. Uses competent clinical practice and critical thinking skills to efficiently deliver patient care with all health care providers while maximizing efficient use of resources. Ability to be flexible in response to changes in work volume, staff and scheduling changes. Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis. West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.
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ADN, Diploma, BSN or higher degree Specialty Certification in applicable discipline. Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Registered Professional Nurses, or appropriate state board where services will be provided, as a registered professional nurse OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date. Experience
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher with 3 years of experience , OR ADN/Diploma with 5 years of experience CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads the design and development of interprofessional processes for plan of care. Provides Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Care to patients and caregivers. Defines expected outcomes that incorporate cost, clinical effectiveness, and are aligned with the outcomes identified by members of the interprofessional team. Identifies communication strategies among individuals, family, community and social systems on health and illness. Provides leadership for establishing, improving, and sustaining collaborative relationships to achieve safe quality care for healthcare consumers. Provides interdepartmental guidance regarding strategies to enhance care provided to patient population. Collaborates with the healthcare team in modifying care delivery, creating an environment conducive to improved care experience. Participates in developing new processes within the organization. Partners with other members of health system to assist with system quality improvements. Utilizes data and information in system-level decision-making. Assists with organizational policy within practice setting. Assists with improved information infrastructure. Demonstrates leadership skills that emphasize ethical and critical decision-making, effective working relationships, and a systems perspective. Formulates culturally sensitive expected outcomes derived from assessments and diagnoses. Develops recruitment and retention strategies to achieve a multicultural workforce. Evaluates tools, instruments, and services provided to culturally diverse populations. Identifies strategies for communication with peers/mentors to provide support in times of difficult cultural situations. Identifies barriers that may prevent cultural care & resolution to difficult situations. Promotes wellbeing within the interprofessional team. Mentors team members to lead change to advance health. Participates in continuing professional development by identifying learning opportunities. Required competencies to include demonstration of regularly being a charge nurse and/or precepting new staff or nursing students Required competencies to include demonstration of participation in QI and/or shared governance at the unit level Physical Requirements
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs. Visual acuity must be within normal range. Hearing within normal range is required. Working Environment
Working protracted or irregular hours. Working around biohazards. Working around infectious diseases. Working with or near the deceased. Working with hands in water. Working with electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment. Skills And Abilities
Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict. Uses competent clinical practice and critical thinking skills to efficiently deliver patient care with all health care providers while maximizing efficient use of resources. Ability to be flexible in response to changes in work volume, staff and scheduling changes. Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis. West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.
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