Kaiser Permanente Northwest
RN Team Lead OFN- Developmental Pediatrics (30/Interstate)
Kaiser Permanente Northwest, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Overview
RN Team Lead OFN-Dual BLS (30/Interstate) role at Kaiser Permanente Northwest. Job summary: Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator, the purpose of this position is to support the medical needs of Health Plan members and other patients of the Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program. Under supervision, the Team Leader is delegated authority and responsibility to manage and facilitate nursing services within the appointed module/department/area. The nurse provides care that is consistent with the philosophy of the Health Care Program. Responsibilities
Leadership Responsibilities: In collaboration with physician leadership (PIC, Chief or lead) and the Clinic Coordinator, determine staffing and scheduling needs for the designated area. Act in a cost-conscious manner to recommend canceling, teaming and mix alterations as fluctuations in demand occur. Leadership Responsibilities: Assess staff educational needs within the Module/Department/Service and facilitate the delivery of appropriate in-service experiences. Leadership Responsibilities: Develop and maintain orientation checklist. Provide orientation for nursing and provider staff. Leadership Responsibilities: Assist with the preparation of Performance Appraisals for LPNs and unlicensed personnel in the module/Department or service. Provide input to the Clinic Coordinator for development of Performance Appraisals for RN staff. Leadership Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Clinic Coordinator in developing policies and procedures for the module. Leadership Responsibilities: Collaborate with other Team Leaders to effectively and efficiently utilize resources in delivering quality care to members. Leadership Responsibilities: Collaborate with Clinic Coordinator in setting quality standards for nursing care. Leadership Responsibilities: Coordinate intra-office emergency systems (fire, codes) with other Team Leaders and the Clinic Coordinator. Leadership Responsibilities: Coordinate patient education and case management efforts within the module. Leadership Responsibilities: Work in partnership with appropriate physician leadership to facilitate interdisciplinary team functioning. Leadership Responsibilities: Manage access, wait lists and referral process in partnership with provider leadership, appointment center and Clinic Coordinator. Leadership Responsibilities: Perform selected monitoring functions: A. Health and Safety, B. Quality Assurance, C. Applicable Engineering work and repairs, D. Supplies and equipment. Nursing Practice: Provide and document quality patient care utilizing the nursing process. Nursing Practice: Perform or appropriately delegate independent nursing functions as defined in the Oregon and Washington Nurse Practice Acts. Nursing Practice: Communicate patient needs and changes in condition to appropriate personnel. Nursing Practice: Function as a patient advocate within the scope of a Health Maintenance Organization. Nursing Practice: Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for staff, patients and family members. Nursing Practice: Use cost-effective measures in the delivery of nursing care. Nursing Practice: Coordinate and implement medical orders. Nursing Practice: Perform skilled nursing tasks and demonstrate operational knowledge of procedures and equipment. Nursing Practice: Perform triage and telephone advice independently and within the scope of the Oregon and Washington Nurse Practice Act. Nursing Practice: Coordinate activities of the interdisciplinary team to ensure positive outcomes for individual patients with complex health care needs. Nursing Practice: Develop nursing care plans for high-risk patients and populations cared for within the module. Nursing Practice: Identify patient/caregiver knowledge deficits related to health care and/or the therapeutic regimen and respond appropriately. Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of acute care or clinical RN experience required; 6 months nursing phone/triage experience. Education
Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing. High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration
This job requires credentials from multiple states. Credentials from the primary work state are required at hire. Additional credentials from secondary work state(s) required post hire. Registered Nurse License (Washington) within 6 months of hire OR Compact License: Registered Nurse within 6 months of hire Registered Nurse License (Oregon) within 6 months of hire Basic Life Support required at hire Additional Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Recent acute care nursing experience and demonstrated experience in the area being posted (e.g., allergy, pediatrics, medicine) preferred. 1 year of NICU experience. Previous Pediatric IV experience. Previous Pediatric cath experience. ADHD Management. 3 years in inpatient or ambulatory care (e.g., urgent care, hospital, skilled nursing facility). Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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RN Team Lead OFN-Dual BLS (30/Interstate) role at Kaiser Permanente Northwest. Job summary: Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator, the purpose of this position is to support the medical needs of Health Plan members and other patients of the Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program. Under supervision, the Team Leader is delegated authority and responsibility to manage and facilitate nursing services within the appointed module/department/area. The nurse provides care that is consistent with the philosophy of the Health Care Program. Responsibilities
Leadership Responsibilities: In collaboration with physician leadership (PIC, Chief or lead) and the Clinic Coordinator, determine staffing and scheduling needs for the designated area. Act in a cost-conscious manner to recommend canceling, teaming and mix alterations as fluctuations in demand occur. Leadership Responsibilities: Assess staff educational needs within the Module/Department/Service and facilitate the delivery of appropriate in-service experiences. Leadership Responsibilities: Develop and maintain orientation checklist. Provide orientation for nursing and provider staff. Leadership Responsibilities: Assist with the preparation of Performance Appraisals for LPNs and unlicensed personnel in the module/Department or service. Provide input to the Clinic Coordinator for development of Performance Appraisals for RN staff. Leadership Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Clinic Coordinator in developing policies and procedures for the module. Leadership Responsibilities: Collaborate with other Team Leaders to effectively and efficiently utilize resources in delivering quality care to members. Leadership Responsibilities: Collaborate with Clinic Coordinator in setting quality standards for nursing care. Leadership Responsibilities: Coordinate intra-office emergency systems (fire, codes) with other Team Leaders and the Clinic Coordinator. Leadership Responsibilities: Coordinate patient education and case management efforts within the module. Leadership Responsibilities: Work in partnership with appropriate physician leadership to facilitate interdisciplinary team functioning. Leadership Responsibilities: Manage access, wait lists and referral process in partnership with provider leadership, appointment center and Clinic Coordinator. Leadership Responsibilities: Perform selected monitoring functions: A. Health and Safety, B. Quality Assurance, C. Applicable Engineering work and repairs, D. Supplies and equipment. Nursing Practice: Provide and document quality patient care utilizing the nursing process. Nursing Practice: Perform or appropriately delegate independent nursing functions as defined in the Oregon and Washington Nurse Practice Acts. Nursing Practice: Communicate patient needs and changes in condition to appropriate personnel. Nursing Practice: Function as a patient advocate within the scope of a Health Maintenance Organization. Nursing Practice: Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for staff, patients and family members. Nursing Practice: Use cost-effective measures in the delivery of nursing care. Nursing Practice: Coordinate and implement medical orders. Nursing Practice: Perform skilled nursing tasks and demonstrate operational knowledge of procedures and equipment. Nursing Practice: Perform triage and telephone advice independently and within the scope of the Oregon and Washington Nurse Practice Act. Nursing Practice: Coordinate activities of the interdisciplinary team to ensure positive outcomes for individual patients with complex health care needs. Nursing Practice: Develop nursing care plans for high-risk patients and populations cared for within the module. Nursing Practice: Identify patient/caregiver knowledge deficits related to health care and/or the therapeutic regimen and respond appropriately. Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of acute care or clinical RN experience required; 6 months nursing phone/triage experience. Education
Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing. High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration
This job requires credentials from multiple states. Credentials from the primary work state are required at hire. Additional credentials from secondary work state(s) required post hire. Registered Nurse License (Washington) within 6 months of hire OR Compact License: Registered Nurse within 6 months of hire Registered Nurse License (Oregon) within 6 months of hire Basic Life Support required at hire Additional Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Recent acute care nursing experience and demonstrated experience in the area being posted (e.g., allergy, pediatrics, medicine) preferred. 1 year of NICU experience. Previous Pediatric IV experience. Previous Pediatric cath experience. ADHD Management. 3 years in inpatient or ambulatory care (e.g., urgent care, hospital, skilled nursing facility). Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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