Registered Nurse Extender-l& D - Manassas, United States - UVA Health, Northern Virginia & Culpeper

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Registered Nurse Extender (Internal Contract) - L&D

Dayshift

  • Contract terms are the same for both _Staff Extender _and _External _Travelers which is 13 weeks
  • Staff Extenders may request up to 40 hours of time off (unpaid) per
    13 weeks .
  • Staff Extender contracts can be extended in
    13week intervals. Extensions begin immediately at the end of contract
  • Staff Extenders may have two contract extensions offered for up to
    39week total
  • Staff Extenders have the option to convert to regular employment with UVA CH; at any time.

ABOUT US
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning.

At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connections with - our patients.

By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.


As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day.


JOB TYPE

Classification:
Nonexempt


Supervises Positions:
No


JOB SUMMARY


The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health.

The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey.

The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures.


Patient Care:
Acts with patient advocacy when implementing the interdisciplinary plan of care.

  • Collaborates with healthcare team to educate patient and their support system.
  • Analyzes, modifies, and implements strategies to progress the patient through their plan of care.
  • Ensures completion of nursing interventions, medical orders, and other related therapies.
  • Prioritizes job duties according to patients' needs and changing acuity levels.

Communication:
Consistently utilizes appropriate communication tools when communicating within the interdisciplinary team and when handing off patient care.

  • Communicates individualized plan of care to the patient and his/her chosen support system.
  • Uses communication tools such as Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, and Question (SBARQ) to communicate more effectively.
  • Documents appropriate information in a timely manner.

Teamwork:
Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members/internal customers to provide efficient treatment of patients.

  • Develops team members through mentoring, precepting, orientation, and providing feedback.
  • Resolves conflicts independently, as appropriate.
  • Accepts responsibility for actions and responds positively upon feedback from others.

Medical Knowledge:
Demonstrates medical skills to provide required patient care.

  • Operates various equipment including portable cardiac monitors, bedside commodes, etc.
  • Provides routine nursing care such as starting IVs, performing dressing changes, etc. for multiple patients in a timely manner.
  • Assists in critical situations including administering CPR.
  • Administers and evaluates medication therapies, performs patient transfers, and transports patients via wheelchair, hospital bed, or stretcher to other departments.
**The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required. 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree preferred.


Experience:1 year of relevant experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.


Additional Skills/Requirements Required:
Ability to perform basic nursing skills on groups of patients and ability to assume charge responsibility. Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly. Ability to administer medication utilizing the five rights. Ability to communicate verbally and in written form. Basic computer knowledge. Ability to safely and effectively care for all patient populations which present to the department.


Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:
N/A


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code:20A, Nursing


Work Function/Activity:
Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35

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