| Required Skills: | Position Overview:
The Registered Nurse (RN) is a health care professional who is skilled in all aspects of the nursing process. The RN is responsible and accountable for the delivery of individualized nursing care to patients by incorporating current clinical knowledge with established nursing practice. They are adaptable to the myriad of needs of the individual and family during health and illness and has the ability to prioritize. The RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates daily patient care and is responsible for the direction of staff members assigned to them.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
The RN has an advanced understanding of the Nursing Practice Process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the ICU patient which s/he uses while providing direct care including physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and educational needs of the patient and family.
Modifies the care plan based on the needs of the patient; consults with the medical staff about the changes in the patient’s condition.
Acts as a resource to other team members including students. Keeps updated on current nursing practice, medications and legal issues related to patient-based services.
Provides safe and effective care to a myriad of acutely ill medical, surgical and pediatric patients. Recognizes abnormal conditions and initiates appropriate interventions.
Demonstrates proficiency in the care of the ventilator patient. Is knowledgeable about the commonly-used ICU medications including, but not limited to thrombolytics, vasopressors, nitrates and antiarrhythmics. Is constantly vigilant to the safety needs of patients, taking necessary precautions as warranted.
Follows recommended infection control procedures when caring for patients. Is knowledgeable in the use of physical and chemical restraints.
Documents all pertinent data in the EMR. Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly and removes from the patient care area to maintain a safe environment.
Conforms to the Nurse Practice Act. Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Skills and Experience:
Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
One year of general nursing experience is desired
Must be competent in reading ECG rhythm strips
BLS Certification
ACLS
RN License in Minnesota
PALS Certification
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification every 2 years
Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook. Patient Information Database (Cerner)
Nonessential Skills and Experience:
ICU experience is desirable
Internal Applicant Policy:
It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Chief Human Resources Officer to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.
Disclaimer:
Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientati |