RN Registered Nurse - Acute Rehab Unit - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Company: Bon Secours Mercy Health
Location: Springfield
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

• *Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health**
• *Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Rehabilitation - Mercy Health Springfield Regional Medical Center Hospital**
• *Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position**
  The RN Inpatient Rehabilitation functions as a care provider of a multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of patient care through using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN possesses the specialized knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide care for people with physical disability and chronic illness. The RN possesses the basic knowledge of a patient's age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care, demonstrates strong skills related to effective time management and prioritizing patient care, contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement initiatives, collaborates with other professional disciplines, and supports the mission of the ministry to provide physical and psychological support to patients and families.
  
  **Essential Job Functions**
  
  
  • Collaborates with members of interdisciplinary teams to establish goals and strategies for meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the patient.
  • Performs and documents complete patient assessments.
  • Initiates and maintains current nursing care plans for all assigned patients.
  • Identifies patient learning needs to provide individualized and comprehensive teaching.
  • Reinforces the teaching done by other members of the rehabilitation team and other healthcare disciplines and provides resource materials for patients and families.
  • Fosters independence in patients and families for self-care skills, self-management, decision making, and goal development
  • Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures.
  • Serves as a point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout the hospital departments.
  • Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department.
  • Serves as a patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics.
  • BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.
    This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Pharmacy Technicians may practice at the top of their respective State Licensing Board Regulations.
    
    **Licensing/Certification**
    
    
    • Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)
    • BLS Basic Life Support- American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
    • Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) (preferred)
    • Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification RN-BC (preferred)
    • Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) (preferred)
    • Certified Neurological Registered Nurse (CNRN) (preferred)
    • National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred)
    • Gerontological Nursing - ANCC (preferred)
      **Education**
      
      + Bachelors of Science Nursing (preferred)
      
      **Work Experience**
      
      
      • 1 year of clinical patient care experience (e.g. Patient Care Tech (PCT), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nurses Aide (CNA)) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred)
      • 1 year of experience in an acute rehabilitation facility (preferred)
        **Training**
        
        
        • EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
        • Lippincot (preferred)
          **Patient Population**
          
          Pediatrics (1-12 years) (Lourdes)
          
          Adolescents (13-17 years) (Lourdes, Cincinnati)
          
          Adults (18-64 years)
          
          Geriatrics (65 years and older)
          
          Working Conditions
          
          Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
          
          May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
          
          May be required to use physical restraints
          
          May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
          
          May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
          
          May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
          
          May have periods of constant interruptions
          
          *Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
          
          Physical Requirements
          
          Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
          
          Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
          
          Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
          
          Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
          
          Stoop/Kneel 1-33%
          
          Crawling 1-33%
          
          Climbing 1-33%
          
          Balance 1-33%
          
          Bending 34-66%
          
          Sitting 1-33%
          
          Walking 67-100%
          
          Standing 67-100%
          
          Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
          
          Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
          
          Perform shift work
          
          Maneuver weight of patients
          
          Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
          
          Reach above shoulder
          
          Repetitive arm/hand movements
          
          Finger Dexterity
          
          Color Vision
          
          Acuity - far
          
          Acuity - near
          
          Hazards
          
          Depth perception
          
          Use of latex products
          
          Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
          
          Exposure to moving mechanical parts
          
          Exposure to dust/fumes
          
          Exposure to potential electrical shock
          
          Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
          
          Skills
          
          Monitor patient conditions during treatment
          
          Clinical Nursing
          
          Professional Nursing
          
          Patient assessment
          
          Care Plans
          
          Patient Care
          
          Patient Safety
          
          Interpersonal Relationships
          
          Diversity Awareness
          
          Professionalism
          
          Compassionate
          
          Orients employees
          
          Administer medications within scope
          
          Record patient medical histories
          
          Analyze data and information Attention to detail
          
          Critical thinking
          
          Communication with family members
          
          Verbal and written communication
          
          Collaboration
          
          Teamwork
          
          Conflict resolution
          
          Active listening
          
          Relationship building Time management skills
          
          Dependability
          
          Adaptability
          
          Flexibility
          
          Patient Care Plans
          
          Accountable
          
          Identifying patient needs that impact other discipline's patient care
          
          Advocates for highest level of independence after discharge
          
          Provides necessary input regarding transitions of care
          
          Assists patient and family with solving barriers to discharge
          
          Microsoft Office
          
          Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
          
          Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
          
          
          • Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
          • Prescription drug coverage
          • Flexible spending accounts
          • Life insurance w/AD&D
          • Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
          • Paid time off
          • Educational Assistance
          • And much more
            
            • Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
            • *S** **cheduled Weekly Hours:**
              24
              
              **Work Shift:**
              
              Days (United States of America)
              
              **Department:**
              
              Physical Therapy - Springfield - Rehab Care Acute
              
              _All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for_ Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, _which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email_ _recruitment@mercy.com._ _If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at_ _recruitment@mercy.com_
              

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