RN Emergency Services
CommonSpirit Health
- Lexington, Kentucky, United States
- Lexington, Kentucky, United States
About
Provides direct supervision of personnel practicing on Nursing Units, makes patient care assignments, evaluates assignments, facilitates patient throughout, and directly observes staff performance on their assigned shift. Proactively matches existing resources seeking ways to provide patient care that supports staff and maintains a therapeutic environment. Monitors productivity and assures that staffing and resources are aligned with patient care needs. Communicates personnel related concerns to the Unit Manager. Uses a logical, systematic approach to problems and problem-solving. Facilitates Patient Experience best practices on the unit (hourly rounding, etc.) Maintains Unit Professional standards. Holds staff accountable for behaviors and attitudes. Maintains confidentiality of information of the department. Assists in audits and data collection as requested. Contributes to the efficient operation of the department. Performs direct patient care and accepts an assigned group of patients as needed.
The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Required Education and Experience
Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN/ASN) from an accredited school of nursing.
Required Licensure and Certifications
Current RN license in the State of Kentucky Basic Life Support (BLS) via the American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) via the American Heart Association (AHA) within 3 months of hire Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) via the American Heart Association (AHA) within 6 months of hire Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within 12 months of hire
PREFERRED Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Previous nursing experience in Telemetry, Cardiac, Emergency or Critical Care service lines
As an ER Nurse CHI Saint Joseph Health, you'll be the first touchpoint to the people in our community during health emergencies. No two days in emergency nursing are ever the same. You're a multitasker who can react quickly as you'll prioritize patients based on their medical necessity while you're providing emergency triage to others. As part of our ER team, you'll partner with an experienced clinical team to deliver stabilizing care to our patients by performing IV starts, foley catheter insertions, or aiding providers with chest tube insertions. To thrive as an ER nurse, you should exhibit teamwork, professionalism, critical thinking skills, and a willingness to take on additional projects such as patient experience initiatives. More than anything, you should be energetic and motivated to provide quality care to all of our patients, maintaining their dignity at every step. Key Responsibilities:
Use emergency triage protocol to intake, discharge or admit patients. Deliver stabilizing care to emergency patients of all ages as part of the larger ER team, adapting care to changes in patient's condition as needed. Use knowledge of cultural differences to provide patient care that is sensitive to and consistent with cultural values, beliefs, and customs. Document the nursing care plan and changes in the patient's condition. Engage in other activities that will benefit patient outcomes, such as patient experience initiatives, mentoring, etc.
Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky. Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and its awards and recognitions here: Saint Joseph Hospital. Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians advanced practice clinicians nurses and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2200 care centers serving 24 states. Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified. Our hope is that you will always feel inspired, knowing you truly are the heart and soul of CommonSpirit. – Kathleen D. Sanford, EVP, Chief Nursing Officer What makes a successful RN Emergency Services at CHI Saint Joseph Health System?
Collaborative Compassionate Efficient Good Listener Organized Problem-Solver
This is a snapshot of your potential career path highlights the series of job positions that help you progress towards your goals and objectives. Ultimately, your career path depends on your career values and personal goals. While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more! At CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our employees lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs. Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit
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- English
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