St. Charles Health System
Full-Time, Nights
Overview
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE:
RN – Critical Care - System REPORTS TO POSITION:
Department Manager/Director DEPARTMENT:
Varies DATE LAST REVIEWED:
April 18, 2024 OUR VISION:
Creating America’s healthiest community, together OUR MISSION:
In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value OUR VALUES:
Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENTSUMMARY:
The Critical Care RN positions include bedside RNs on various units throughout St. Charles Health System. These departments include all Intensive Care Units, the Intermediate Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit and Critical Care Floats. These departments provide 24/7 specialized care to patients throughout their hospitalization and discharge. POSITION OVERVIEW:
The RN provides quality patient and family centered care as a member of the health care team in accordance with St. Charles Health System mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. Applies standards for professional nursing practice and focuses clinical care to enhance the experience for patients, families, and all others. As a nurse, this position will oversee the work of other caregivers, providing specific care to assigned patient(s) throughout the shift, as required under the scope of the RN licensure. Responsibilities
Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing practice in the State of Oregon. Assesses the patient’s condition and needs using critical thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines to meet the patient’s/family’s physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patient’s progress. Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures for medication administration. Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies. Demonstrates awareness of and supports department goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities. Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development of self and others. Communicates effectively (written and verbal) and maintains professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests. Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and implements solutions within scope of practice, as appropriate. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP - Lean) principles of continuous improvement, functioning as a champion of change. Participates in creating a healing environment and intentional relationships that enhance the care experience. Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by actively listening, introducing oneself, explaining role in care, asking the patient’s preferred name, and aligning care goals with patient inputs. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with high standards of professionalism and confidentiality, complying with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Delivers customer service and/or patient care that is timely, efficient and accurate. Performs stand-by callback as assigned. Varies by department. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization as required or assigned. Education
Required:
As required by RN licensure. Preferred:
BSN Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required:
Current Oregon RN license. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. ACLS Preferred:
Department specific acute care certification (i.e. CCRN, PCCN, CEN) Experience
Required:
See below Preferred:
Department specific acute care experience. Experience requirements:
One year Progressive Care Unit, Step Down, Intensive Care Unit or one year of Emergency Department experience within the past five years. Per the hiring manager’s assessment, previous experience must enable performance of the full scope of the position. Personal Protective Equipment
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely. Additional Position Information
General:
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. Strong teamwork and collaborative skills. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills. Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office. Physical Requirements
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors: Rarely (10%) Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%) Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Additional Details
Schedule Weekly Hours:
36 Caregiver Type:
Regular Shift:
Third Shift (United States of America) Is Exempt Position?
No Job Family:
REGISTERED NURSE CRITICAL CARE Scheduled Days of the Week:
Variable; includes every other weekend and holidays Shift Start & End Time:
1900-0730
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ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE:
RN – Critical Care - System REPORTS TO POSITION:
Department Manager/Director DEPARTMENT:
Varies DATE LAST REVIEWED:
April 18, 2024 OUR VISION:
Creating America’s healthiest community, together OUR MISSION:
In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value OUR VALUES:
Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENTSUMMARY:
The Critical Care RN positions include bedside RNs on various units throughout St. Charles Health System. These departments include all Intensive Care Units, the Intermediate Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit and Critical Care Floats. These departments provide 24/7 specialized care to patients throughout their hospitalization and discharge. POSITION OVERVIEW:
The RN provides quality patient and family centered care as a member of the health care team in accordance with St. Charles Health System mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. Applies standards for professional nursing practice and focuses clinical care to enhance the experience for patients, families, and all others. As a nurse, this position will oversee the work of other caregivers, providing specific care to assigned patient(s) throughout the shift, as required under the scope of the RN licensure. Responsibilities
Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing practice in the State of Oregon. Assesses the patient’s condition and needs using critical thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines to meet the patient’s/family’s physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patient’s progress. Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures for medication administration. Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies. Demonstrates awareness of and supports department goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities. Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development of self and others. Communicates effectively (written and verbal) and maintains professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests. Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and implements solutions within scope of practice, as appropriate. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP - Lean) principles of continuous improvement, functioning as a champion of change. Participates in creating a healing environment and intentional relationships that enhance the care experience. Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by actively listening, introducing oneself, explaining role in care, asking the patient’s preferred name, and aligning care goals with patient inputs. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with high standards of professionalism and confidentiality, complying with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Delivers customer service and/or patient care that is timely, efficient and accurate. Performs stand-by callback as assigned. Varies by department. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization as required or assigned. Education
Required:
As required by RN licensure. Preferred:
BSN Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required:
Current Oregon RN license. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. ACLS Preferred:
Department specific acute care certification (i.e. CCRN, PCCN, CEN) Experience
Required:
See below Preferred:
Department specific acute care experience. Experience requirements:
One year Progressive Care Unit, Step Down, Intensive Care Unit or one year of Emergency Department experience within the past five years. Per the hiring manager’s assessment, previous experience must enable performance of the full scope of the position. Personal Protective Equipment
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely. Additional Position Information
General:
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. Strong teamwork and collaborative skills. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills. Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office. Physical Requirements
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors: Rarely (10%) Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%) Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Additional Details
Schedule Weekly Hours:
36 Caregiver Type:
Regular Shift:
Third Shift (United States of America) Is Exempt Position?
No Job Family:
REGISTERED NURSE CRITICAL CARE Scheduled Days of the Week:
Variable; includes every other weekend and holidays Shift Start & End Time:
1900-0730
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