Registered Nurse - Main Post Partum - Nights

About the Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH, promoting an ongoing partnership between patients, families, and the healthcare team. Care is culturally based and age-specific. The RN adheres to the American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and the scope of practice described in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Responsibilities

• Assessment
  • Complete holistic assessments of patients’ physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs using The Christ Hospital Professional Practice Model.
  • Identify and report pertinent abnormal data and changes in patient condition to physicians and charge RNs.
  • Utilize appropriate handoff methods to communicate patient data, including physiological and psychological information, with healthcare team members.
  • Assess patient, family, and environmental safety risks and proactively implement safety initiatives.
• Diagnosis and Planning
  • Establish and prioritize individualized patient problems and needs based on collected data.
  • Prepare, coordinate, and revise a multidisciplinary plan of care in collaboration with patients and families, supporting the TCH model of Patient and Family Centered Care.
  • Set measurable goals for each problem and communicate the plan of care using SBAR and handoff processes.
  • Initiate discharge planning upon admission and make appropriate referrals based on anticipated length of stay.
• Implementation
  • Provide evidence-based, quality care based on assessed needs and standards of care while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
  • Perform and delegate nursing actions based on physician orders, demonstrating critical thinking and accountability.
  • Provide ongoing, individualized holistic patient and family education in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
  • Respond to emergency situations with controlled precision and implement measures to prevent contamination or disease transmission.
• Evaluation
  • Continuously evaluate nursing practice in relation to evidence-based standards, individual plans of care, and patient outcomes.
  • Adjust or continue the plan of care based on patient and family response.
  • Maintain continuity of care through continuous evaluation during handoff reports, rounding, and transfers.
• Documentation
  • Accurately and concisely document the nursing process in the patient’s electronic medical record, reflecting the plan of care.
  • Document information in a timely manner, including updates, teaching, and patient/family responses to care.
• Leadership and Professional Development
  • Demonstrate leadership skills, including motivating, educating, delegating, and mentoring peers and healthcare team members.
  • Assume responsibility for professional growth and development, contributing to the development of peers and colleagues.
  • Participate in at least 75% of staff meetings and council meetings, as appropriate.
  • Engage in unit-based activities for performance improvement, evidence-based projects, and research.
  • Act as a resource, educator, and preceptor for multidisciplinary team members, staff, and nursing students, evaluating and documenting competency.
  • Maintain competency in point-of-care (POC) testing for unit-specific nursing practice.
  • Strongly encouraged: participation in the professional advancement program, certification in work area, involvement in professional organizations, research activities, and community service.
• Employee Responsibilities
  • Comply with organization and department policies, including completing all required training.
  • Complete educational requirements to maintain competency related to patient populations and regulatory agencies (e.g., 100% on-time completion of Healthstream education and attendance at annual education day).
  • Submit required tests and paperwork in a timely manner without management intervention.
  • Follow time and attendance policies, including clocking in/out with a badge and requesting time off in advance.

Requirements

• Education
  • AD or Diploma nurses are hired; however, all nurses hired after January 2010 must obtain a BSN within 5 years of hire.
  • RNs employed at TCH prior to January 2010 with over 20 years of experience may pursue a BSN voluntarily.
  • MSN or DNP degrees supersede the BSN requirement but are not mandatory.
• Licenses & Certifications
  • Current Ohio RN licensure.
  • BLS certification required prior to patient contact.
  • ACLS required within 6 months of hire for step-down and ICU areas.
  • Certification in clinical specialty expected within five years of eligibility.
  • Membership in professional organizations is desirable.
• Skills and Knowledge
  • Ability to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education.
  • Effective communication with peers and appropriate channels, maintaining confidentiality.
  • Competence in nursing practice and evidence of continuing professional growth.
  • Ability to accept and implement change and work in a culturally diverse setting.