NURSING SUMMARY/ PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Aultman Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional nurse that provides direct, primary nursing care to patients/residents. The RN delegates and coordinates patient care, based upon a documented assessment of the patient’s/resident’s needs. The RN supervises the care provided by individuals such as licensed practical nurses, patient care technicians/state tested nursing assistants/nurse aides, medical assistants, and etc., if applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current, active licensure as a Registered Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Maintain current, active BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Certification preferred for RNs meeting applicable certification eligibility requirements.
• Membership in professional nursing organization preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS – colleague must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• RN applies the nursing process of assessment, planning interventions, accurately implements and/or delegates patient care, evaluates that care, and accurately communicates patient information in a timely manner.
• RN is a patient/resident advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort and satisfaction.
• Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.
• Demonstrates quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
• Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice.
• Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
• Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.
• Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and students.
• Integrates research findings into practice.
• Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.

SKILLS

• Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.
• Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills.
• Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.
• Demonstrates effective communication.
• Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage.
• Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the unit/department based upon volume and acuity.
• Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs.
• Cross training depending upon department needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. AultCare is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

AultCare/AHF will provide reasonable accommodations to employees or applicants with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation, unless such accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on AultCare/AHF or poses a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others that cannot be sufficiently mitigated by reasonable accommodation. Any applicant or employee who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment should notify the AultCare/AHF Human Resource Department and request such an accommodation.

Entity/Department/Position Specific Addendum

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Main 2 Endoscopy / Minor Surgery provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures on an outpatient, inpatient, and emergency basis. Additionally, minor surgeries and miscellaneous outpatient procedures are performed. Some of the endoscopy procedures performed in this department include: EGD, ERCP, Colonoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, Bronchoscopy, PEG tube placement and replacement, and EBUS.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PURPOSE: To identify specific functions job requirements and work environment factors that could affect job performance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
	Never	Occasional 10-33%	Frequent 34-65%	Continuous 66% of the day	Remarks
Lifting			X
0-10 lbs			X
10-20 lbs			X
20-35 lbs		X
35-50 lbs	X
50-75 lbs	X
75-100 lbs	X
over 100 lbs	X
Forward Reaching			X
Overhead Reaching		X
Standing				X
Walking			X
Sitting		X
Climbing	X
Stairs/Ladder	X
Bending Stooping			X
Pushing Pulling
0-10 lbs			X
10-20 lbs			X
20-35 lbs			X
35-50 lbs			X
50-100 lbs		X
over 100 lbs		X
Grasping/repetitive sustained			X
Fine motor coordination			X
Vision: Near/Far			X
Hearing: ordinary converstation/other				X

HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY – Category III

Qualifications

• Prior endoscopy nursing or critical care nursing experience preferred.
• ACLS certification required within 1 year of hire in department.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Plans for patient care and prepares procedure room.
• Serves as a patient advocate with a focus on safety and education.
• Assures continuity of patient care before, during, and after procedure.
• Safely administers IV sedation, as directed.
• Assists physician with procedures and maintains a working knowledge of endoscopy equipment and medications.
• Documents procedure details in a complete and accurate manner.
• Possess exceptional communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Consistently displays initiative, flexibility, cooperation, and adaptability with assignment.
• Able to identify and implement effective problem-solving techniques.
• Maintains a poised, pleasant, and professional demeanor even in the face of adversity.
• Shows initiative and takes responsibility for professional development and continuing education.

Skills

• The Main 2 Endoscopy/Minor Surgery RN should demonstrate knowledge of:
  • Aseptic Technique.
  • Proper care and handling of endoscopes.
  • Proper preparation/set up of procedure room.
  • IV Moderate Sedation and Reversal Agents.
  • Proper use of Endoscopy/Minor Surgery instruments.
  • Procedure documentation requirements.
  • Teach-Back Method for patient education.

Working Conditions

• Typical hours of operationfor the department are Monday through Friday 7:00am – 3:00pm. The department is closed on weekends and major holidays.
• Shifts are variable based onprocedure volume.
• When the department is closed, there isat least one RN on call with a 30-minute response time.
• Call coverage for week nights, weekends, and holidays is assigned in a group rotation.
• Lunch periods and breaks arecoordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage for procedures.