RN - RN-Stepdown/Critical Care Nights

Company: SSM Health
Location: Janesville
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate employees like you. As an RN, you---ve chosen a career where patients matter---a lot. This position is scheduled 24 hours a week as a night shift. As an RN, you will assess and intervene complex patient care needs and act as an advocate for each patient. You may comfort patients and their families, encourage patients to improve, and fulfill other roles as needed. This position is scheduled for 30 hours a week as a night shift At SSM Health, you can expect a work environment where: - Employees feel valued, respected and free to express themselves; - Each employee finds meaning in work, leveraging skills and talents toward a greater purpose; - Teamwork and collaboration is encouraged, while management is supportive. If you---re a patient advocate first--- If you listen and respond with great care--- If the needs, wants, and goals of each patient matter to you--- Then we---d love to learn more Please fill out your application today. Join a network of healthcare professionals just as kind and powerful as you. Provides direct nursing care in settings where patients require complex assessments and intervention, in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Obtains comprehensive data pertinent to the patient from the patient, family other healthcare providers to develop a holistic picture of the patient---s needs or condition. Analyzes and synthesizes data from the assessment in determining diagnosis or conditions relevant to care. Identifies optimal outcomes for the patient in collaboration with the patient, family and interprofessional team. Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain outcomes, using clinical judgement in collaboration with patient, family and interprofessional care team. Implements the plan, employing strategies to promote and maintain a safe environment, coordinates implementation with patient, family and interprofessional team. Evaluates processes and progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes. Contributes to the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, evaluates their own practice, and maintains current knowledge and competence. Communicates effectively in all areas of practice, collaborates with patient, family and interprofessional team. Uses clinical inquiry and integrates best evidence into practice. Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to critical care nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient---s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Graduate of accredited school of nursing EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running.

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