Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY: Provides direct and indirect patient care in the hospital setting.  Communicates with physicians/nurse manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomology.  Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.  Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision to include the duties of the Registered Nurse.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy.  This includes:  pediatric, geriatric and the general adult patient population.
2. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain.  Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.  Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
3. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness.
4. Ability to perform glucometer testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the patient care unit’s policies and procedures.
5. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on glucometer test results.
6. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age.
7. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
8. Follow the five 8 medication rights and reduce the potential for medication errors.
9. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.
10. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
11. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services with in scope of practice.
12. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.  Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
13. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
14. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.  Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
15. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
16. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.  Attends Patient Care Conference as scheduled.
17. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Med Surg Supervisor, co-workers and physicians.
18. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
19. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicate with Social Service and other Ancillary Departments as needed, regarding both in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
20. Documentation meets current standards and policies.
21. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
22. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.  Communicates clear and concise needs to CNA for patient care.
23. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
24. Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.
25. Completes annual education requirements.
26. Maintains regulatory requirements.
27. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
28. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
29. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized time clock system correctly.
30. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.
31. Attends at least 85% of staff meetings annually.
32. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
33. Actively participates in performance and quality improvement activities.
34. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
35. Demonstrates ability to assist physician with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
36. Provide leadership and guidance to the LPN, provide admission assessment for the patients assigned to LPN and review the plan of care for the LPN assigned patients.
37. Required to check emails and be responsible for its content at least once per week.

ABOUT MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL:

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting-edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma from accredited nursing program. Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Idaho. Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, AWOHHN, NRP, and STABLE certification and renewal as required.
• Minimum of three (3) years clinical experience in MedSurg required.
• Ability to work well with others. Performance: Able to exercise discretion and independent action within prescribed limits. Demonstrates effective delegation skills. Maintains calm and effective behavior during stressful situations. Demonstrates knowledge of current computer systems used in the organization. This position will require someone who is dedicated and innovative. Someone who will help progress the unit to grow, expand and adjust to any changes made in efforts to expand our MedSurg.