Job Description
Rotating shifts
3x12
32 GWW
1.Oversees the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety and satisfaction.
2. Demonstrates ability to triage incoming patient requests for services.
3. Delivers patient education to facilitate plan of care, employer informed healthcare choices, and promote optimal wellness.
4. Demonstrates ability to delegate care appropriately and according to Colorado statue.
5. Demonstrates competent healthcare assessment skills, prioritizing skills and critical thinking skills.
6. Demonstrates ability to handle high telephone volume of patient requests for medications, information and assistance.
7. Administers medications, performs treatments, and assists in procedures as needed; consistently adhering to patient safety guidelines.
8. Coordinates patient care with other physician practices, Vail Health and others as needed to achieve the highest possible level of patient care and satisfaction.
9. Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
10. Delivers excellent service by utilizing Relationship-Based Care to advocate for safety, patient preferences, and optimal communication through partnering with patients and families.
11. Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
12. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Experience:
o
One-year clinical experience required.
License(s):
o
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required.
Certification(s):
o
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP), required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required.
Computer / Typing:
o
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
Education:
o
Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
It is common to encounter potential hazards in the healthcare environment. Some of these hazards could include, but are not limited to: radiation, toxic chemicals, biological hazards, heat, noise, dust and stress. Vail Health has a Safety Management program in place addressing these issues.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: - 10%
Stand: - 25%
Walk: - 15%
Run: - N/A
Squat: - 10%
Bend: - 5%
Twist: - 5%
Lift: - 10%
Kneel: - 10%
Drive: - N/A
Climb: - N/A
Crawl: - N/A
Reach above shoulder: - 10%
Other: - N/A
SENSORY REQUIREMENT: Weight to be manually lifted each normal workday.
Up to 10 lbs - Frequent (34-66%)
Up to 20 lbs - Frequent (34-66%)
Up to 35 lbs - Frequent (34-66%)
Up to 50 lbs - Not Required
Up to 75 lbs - Not Required
Up to 100 lbs - Not Required
Over 100 lbs - Not Required
AGE SPECIFIC POPULATIONS:
Neonatal/Infant (0-11 months) - Required
Pediatrics (1-12 years) - Required
Adolescence (13-17 years) - Required
Young adult/Adult (18-64 years) - Required
Adult/Middle-ages (65-79 years) - N/A
Geriatric (80+ years) - N/A
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the functions of this position. Communicates effectively, clearly and timely. The incumbent must be able to come to work promptly and routinely in order to begin the job functions at the start of the scheduled shift to impact the patients healthcare experience. Ability to care for oneself; perform manual tasks; see, speak, breath, learn, read, concentrate, think, communicate, and work are essential to perform this role in the organization. Ability to work under stress and to deadline while working (independently or) with others. This position does provide patient care.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge that I have
read and understand the position description. I hereby acknowledge that I
currently hold, or will obtain within the amount of time specified, all
required licensure and certifications listed in the minimum requirements
section of the position description. I understand that it is my responsibility
to maintain the required licensure and certifications (as applicable). It is
further understood that the position description may be modified at any time to
reflect changes necessary in departmental and/or
Position Urgency:
Normal
Shifts:
Rotating
State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active
Minimum Years of Experience:
2
Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
24
Specialty Type:
Nursing
Sub Specialty:
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Bilingual:
No
EMR Used:
No Listing
Holiday Coverage Required:
No