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Cath Lab REGISTERED NURSE Temporary Travel RN $120.00 hour for immediate start
Location: Nashua, NHDepartment: Cath LabFacility: St. Joseph Hospital – Nashua, NHJob ID: 28235
Covenant Health Inc
Position Description
Job Title: Registered Nurse-Critical Care
Departments: Cardiac Rehab, Cath Lab
Reports To: Clinical Nurse Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Approved: 5/2023
Summary
The RN develops an overall view of patients, families and caregivers, and establishes strong partnerships to deliver optimal care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
- Renders professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital, in support of medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuant to objectives and policies of the hospital
- Compliant in completion of all unit specific competencies and requirements required to care for critically ill patients with the department.
- Involved in quality improvement planning and processes for the area of practice
- Clinical documentation and care plans completed comprehensively for all patients assigned in a timely manner
- Seeks feedback regarding practice and takes actions as appropriate.
- Practice reflects knowledge of current practice standards
(ANA, NH Nurse Practice Act, Specialty standards) - Communicates patient information appropriate for continuity and safe care through hand offs, walking rounds, and physician/provider interaction.
- Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by following established procedures and protocols
- Implements resources and initiatives that are in place or in process to improve patient safety.
- Works within guidelines of Just Culture Environment to promote error reporting and adoption of safe practices.
- Assures issues are addressed through appropriate use of the chain of command
- Completes hourly rounding in collaboration with LNAs (Licensed Nursing Assistant) on all assigned patients
- Identifies and assists in correction of patient care safety issues.
- Recognizes and praises excellent performance in colleagues and co-workers, when identified
- Builds respectful relationships through early and pro-active identification of concerns, complements or suggestions
- Collaborates unit to unit and shift to shift for resolution of conflicts and issues in a timely manner
- Consults with nurses in other department/units to draw upon expertise in other clinical areas/specialties
- Displays professional, positive perspective at all times, including when faced with difficult circumstances
- Seeks opportunities to assist all team members
- Displays willingness to resolve tension within the unit or department, for example, by volunteering to accept an admission, or adjust an assignment
- Demonstrates practice that is consistent with the tenets of shared governance and with the philosophy of the unit and the organization.
- Assists with solution identification in response to problems and conflicts
- Effectively delegates aspects of care and unit activities to other nursing personnel
- Collaborates in planning, supervising, and instructing other nurses and assistants.
- Works collaboratively with nursing students and instructors
- Participates in peer review of colleagues
- Participates in DNV survey readiness.
- Demonstrates characteristics of the SPIRIT of St. Joseph Hospital with a commitment to my co-workers and holds peers accountable for the same
- Avoids use of unauthorized overtime
- Manages ETO per policy
- Other duties as consistent with this role.
For the Cath and Angio Lab Departments
- 3 years’ critical care experience preferred.
- Assist with insertion of Flow wire, Opsens and IVUS. RN must demonstrate contraindications and reversal for IV adenosine infusion.
- Ability to safely administer procedural sedation. Pass annual sedation examination. Documents sedation according to policies and procedures.
For the Emergency Department
- Remains up to date with unit-based nurse sensitive indicators (such as CAUTI, CLABSI, CDIFF, HAPU, FALLS, HH and VAE).
- Responds to emergency situations per department/role requirements such as code blue and rapid response team.
- TNCC within 18 months and NIHSS stroke scale certifications within about a year
Job Requirements
Job Knowledge and Skills
- Basic Dysrhythmia preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation.
- NHISS certification preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation
- Call required for Cath Lab and Stress Lab.
Education and Experience
- Current New Hampshire RN license required
- Basic Life Support certification required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support required (except for Pre-Admission Testing and Operating Room)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (for Emergency Department)
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation
- Graduate of an approved Nursing program preferred
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.
Americans with Disabilities Statement
Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.
St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, N.H.
We have been serving the local community since 1908. Our main campus is in the heart of Nashua, N.H., and we have satellite campuses in Hudson, Merrimack and Milford. Our 208-bed hospital combines the latest technologies with personalized medicine. Living and working here, you’ll be part of our tight-knit community and experience a quality of life you can’t get elsewhere.
Life in New England
Every season brings a new reason to love New England’s scenic and cultural treasures. Hikers, bikers and skiers find their bliss among the rolling hills and rocky peaks of some of the country’s prettiest landscapes, all within 50 miles of Boston. In fact, New Hampshire has consistently ranked one of the top states in the U.S. to raise a family.
Competitive Benefits Package
We create an outstanding work environment for our physicians, nurses and employees. Health coverage, tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program and community volunteering activities are just some benefits for our team members. A competitive compensation and benefits package helps you and your loved ones stay healthy, meet your financial goals and thrive professionally and personally.
St. Mary’s Health System, Lewiston, Maine
St. Mary’s Health System was founded in 1888 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint-Hyacinthe. Today, the integrated medical system includes an acute care community hospital, a group of primary care and specialty providers, urgent care and emergency department, plus an extensive complement of outpatient specialty, behavioral and mental health services. Living and working here, you’ll be part of our talented and compassionate caregivers serving Androscoggin County.
Life in New England
Every season brings a new reason to love New England’s scenic and cultural treasures. Hikers, bikers and skiers find their bliss among the rolling hills and rocky peaks of the country’s prettiest landscapes in the Appalachian range. The twin cities of Lewiston-Auburn are the second-largest metro area in Maine and just 30 miles north of Portland. The region offers a reasonable cost of living and some of the safest neighborhoods in the country.
Competitive Benefits Package
We create an outstanding work environment for our physicians, nurses and employees. Health coverage, tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program and community volunteering activities are just some benefits for our team members. A competitive compensation and benefits package helps you and your loved ones stay healthy, meet your financial goals and thrive professionally and personally.
St. Joseph Healthcare, Bangor, Maine
Founded in 1947 by the Felician Sisters, St. Joseph Healthcare comprises an acute care hospital and a range of inpatient and outpatient services meeting the community’s evolving needs. Our more than 800 dedicated employees encompass our Mission through compassion, supporting a patient’s mind, body and spirit. Living and working here, you’ll be part of our tight-knit community and experience a quality of life you can’t get elsewhere.
Life in New England
Rated the No. 1 small city in the U.S. in the millennium edition of Places Rated Almanac, Bangor is in the heart of Penobscot County. It allows excellent access to everything the state offers, including scenic coastlines and beaches, camping and hiking, and charming small towns. The state provides a reasonable cost of living and some of the safest neighborhoods in the country
Competitive Benefits Package
We create an outstanding work environment for our physicians, nurses and employees. Health coverage, tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program and community volunteering activities are just some benefits for our team members. A competitive compensation and benefits package helps you and your loved ones stay healthy, meet your financial goals and thrive professionally and personally.
Why Covenant Health?
Covenant Health and our family of organizations have been healing and transforming lives for more than a century, and we continue to be unwavering in our Mission. In addition to providing an environment that is both challenging and rewarding, we offer:
- Mission driven organization and colleagues
- Numerous locations across New England and part of Pennsylvania, including some remote and hybrid positions
- Highly competitive salaries that are market-based and experience rated
- A comprehensive and flexible benefits program designed to protect and enhance your health and financial security
- Additional benefits like wellness programs, earned time off, extended sick leave, leaves of absence, family and medical leave
- Professional development and education opportunities
- A healthy and effective balance between your work and life responsibilities