Commonwealth Health
RN Tele Per Diem – Commonwealth Health
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Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role coordinates and delivers high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Essential Functions
Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
Specialized RN Roles
Critical Care RN: administers medications and other treatments, manages complex equipment, and performs procedures as appropriate.
Emergency Services RN: rapid assessment/triage, performs emergency procedures, stabilizes patients.
OR Services RN: pre-, intra-, and post-operative care, scrubs in, monitors vital signs.
Cardiac Surgery RN: monitors vitals and supports life-sustaining equipment post-surgery.
Endoscopy RN: prepares patient and room, assists during procedures, provides post-procedure care.
Obstetrics/Labor & Delivery: prenatal care, labor support, pain management, newborn assessment, post-partum care and education.
Oncology RN: administers chemotherapy, manages side effects, provides patient and family education and support.
Orthopedics RN: pre/post-operative orthopedic care, assessments, immobilization management, pain management, education.
PACU RN: post-anesthesia recovery care, monitors pain and vitals, manages post-operative complications.
NICU RN: NICU-specific monitoring, feeding support, and use of specialized equipment.
Telemetry RN: cardiac monitoring, data analysis, direct patient care, and emergency response.
Dialysis RN: dialysis machine setup/operation, patient monitoring, patient and family education.
Cath Lab RN: catheterization procedure support, pre/during/post-procedure care and monitoring.
Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
Licenses and Certifications
RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS – Basic Life Support required
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.
Note: This description reflects the responsibilities and requirements for the RN Tele Per Diem role at Commonwealth Health and may be revised as needed by the facility.
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Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role coordinates and delivers high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Essential Functions
Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
Specialized RN Roles
Critical Care RN: administers medications and other treatments, manages complex equipment, and performs procedures as appropriate.
Emergency Services RN: rapid assessment/triage, performs emergency procedures, stabilizes patients.
OR Services RN: pre-, intra-, and post-operative care, scrubs in, monitors vital signs.
Cardiac Surgery RN: monitors vitals and supports life-sustaining equipment post-surgery.
Endoscopy RN: prepares patient and room, assists during procedures, provides post-procedure care.
Obstetrics/Labor & Delivery: prenatal care, labor support, pain management, newborn assessment, post-partum care and education.
Oncology RN: administers chemotherapy, manages side effects, provides patient and family education and support.
Orthopedics RN: pre/post-operative orthopedic care, assessments, immobilization management, pain management, education.
PACU RN: post-anesthesia recovery care, monitors pain and vitals, manages post-operative complications.
NICU RN: NICU-specific monitoring, feeding support, and use of specialized equipment.
Telemetry RN: cardiac monitoring, data analysis, direct patient care, and emergency response.
Dialysis RN: dialysis machine setup/operation, patient monitoring, patient and family education.
Cath Lab RN: catheterization procedure support, pre/during/post-procedure care and monitoring.
Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
Licenses and Certifications
RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS – Basic Life Support required
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.
Note: This description reflects the responsibilities and requirements for the RN Tele Per Diem role at Commonwealth Health and may be revised as needed by the facility.
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