Registered nurse float
Job details
Job description, work day and responsibilities
We are recruiting for a Registered Nurse (RN)-Float,Nights to join our team!
We are here for life's journey.
Where is your life journey taking you?
Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all :
Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.
Department
Nursing Staffing Office
Float Pool is made up of nurses and certified nurse aids (CNAs) who are proficient and competent in all medical / surgical areas at Denver Health.
In addition, we have specialized teams for women and children departments, critical care and emergency departments, and acute care departments.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, floats to all in-patient areas and Emergency Department according to scope of practice according to the DH floating guidelines.
First to float to a different unit as the staffing needs of the hospital change. The professional float nurse adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of professional nursing and performance, and the ANA Code of Ethics to provide care to all healthcare consumers.
Applies critical thinking, evidence-based practices and competence to collaborate with the health care team to promote excellence in healthcare consumer safety and quality outcomes.
Utilizes the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson Caring Science Institute."
Essential Functions :
• Assess the needs of individuals, families and / or communities to identify potential health or safety problems (15%)
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records (10%)
• Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patient's condition and vital signs (10%)
• Develop and modify patient care plans as indicated by patient's responses and conditions (10%)
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patient's responses and conditions (10%)
• Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations and treatments (10%)
• Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care (5%)
• Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity (5%)
• Direct and supervise less skilled nursing / health care personnel (5%)
• Instruct individuals and families on health education and disease prevention and after care (5%)
• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent or disabled patients (5%)
• Medication administration, documentation and reassessment (5%)
• Promote positive patient experience (5%)
Education :
Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Required
Work Experience :
1-3 years Experience in a direct patient care setting Required
Licenses :
RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
• Adherence to Standards of Professional Nursing Practice / Process / Performance ANA Standards addendum- signed and accrediting body standards.
• Ensures all duties, responsibilities and competencies are conducted in a manner that is effective and appropriate to patients / clients to who care / service is being provided.
• Demonstrates knowledge and applicability of the principles of growth and development over the life span, as well as demonstrating the ability to assess data reflecting the patientâ€s status and interpreting appropriate cultural information of the patient(s) to whom care / services is being delivered / provided.
• Employee has completed and met their clinical competency standards
• Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Skilled in maintaining effective working relationship with patients, employees, and the public.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to interpret adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Microsoft Office Suite required.
• EPIC documentation preferred.
Shift
Work Type
Regular
Salary
$ - $ / hr
Benefits
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF programÂ
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
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Last updated : 2024-0+-18
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Offer ID: #921014,
Published: 2 weeks ago,
Company registered: 1 year ago
