Responsive to coaching to correct risky behaviors and applies learning to next situation
Demonstrates nursing clinical skills necessary to make pertinent and accurate assessments of the physical, psychological, spiritual and educational needs of the patient
Analyses collected data to establish and prioritize a list of actual and potential individualized age specific patient problems and/or needs
Develops a plan of care based on patient assessment, diagnosis and co-morbidities
Implements the plan of care and executes interventions provide safe quality care based on assessed needs, established standards of care.
Evaluates and modifies the care plan based on patient response
Appropriate delegation based on the patient’s care plan and skill level of the personnel.
Timely documents in the electronic medical record or the appropriate venue. Documentation reflects nursing care, patient response and associated pertinent information related to the care of the patient.
Demonstrates appropriate clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
Identifies and responds appropriately to emergency situations
Verifies current patient medications and completes reconciliation documentation.
Safely administers medications utilizing the “five rights”.
Consistently informs patients when new medications are ordered, informs patients of the implications and possible side effects of these medications*
Aware of population specific quality indicators; practice reflects actions that support core measures.
Behavioral choices align with safe practice standards

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Nursing competencies are based on ACHC standards or department specific needs/specialties