RN PER DIEM PSYCH -

Patient Safety

• Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
• Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
• Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
• Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner

Development

• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops

Environment

• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards

Care Plan

• Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching

Medication

• Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings

Tests and Procedures

• Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained

Emergency Measures

• Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients

Patient Care

• Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients as required

Medical Records

• Ensure that patient medical records contain necessary information

Inquiries

• Answer telephones and triage calls as per departmental policy

Participation

• Participate in orientation; upon successful completion of preceptor training assume precepting and evaluation responsibilities of new personnel

Qualifications

• Education: Program Graduate, Education specialization: Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate
• Nursing Experience: 2 years directly related experience
• Credentials: CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days, RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM, Nationally Certified in area of specialty PALS TNCC and/or ENPC
• Physical Conditions: Heavy Work, Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required