RN - Behavioral Health Flagstaff Medical Center
Company: Northern Arizona Healthcare
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
OverviewEnsuring the achievement of Northern Arizona
Healthcare's mission, the Registered Nurse is accountable for the
coordination of care for patients and their families including
direct care, patient and family education and discharge planning.
When providing care, Registered Nurses follow the process of
assessing, nursing diagnosing, outcome identification, planning,
implementing and evaluation as the basis for the delivery of care.
The Registered Nurse provides leadership for ancillary personnel by
being a team leader, serving as a preceptor, and being an active
member of the health care team. The nurse practices within the ANA
Scope of Practice, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the
standards of his/ or her specialty.ResponsibilitiesPatient Care
Assesses the needs and conditions of assigned patients by gathering
relevant patient health information. Identifies outcomes, develops
a plan of care individualized to the patient and/or situation, and
implements the identified plan appropriate for the attainment of
the expected outcomes. Assesses patient's progress toward the
attainment of outcomes and effectively revises/updates diagnoses,
outcomes and plans of care as appropriate. Contributes to patient
experience by providing quality & safe patient care (as described
above) and by respecting patients privacy, and treating all
patients, family members, and guests, as well as other associates,
with dignity, respect, and compassion. Evaluates patient conditions
frequently and adapts plan of care appropriately. Performs aseptic
techniques by maintaining a sterile field while using principles of
disinfection, sterilization, and infection control. Maintains
infection prevention standards. Collaborates with physicians and
other health care professionals. Provides physical & mental health
assessments and develops appropriate nursing care plans for
patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatment regimens
observing and reporting patient behavioral responses. Works with
patients and their families/significant others to help improve
their abilities and assist them with their illness. Records all
care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely
manner, on the appropriate forms. Directs care provided by mental
health technicians, being ever mindful of mental health technicians
scope of practice.Education Participates in creating and sustaining
a learning environment supported by evidenced based practice and
research. Focuses on personal development areas, engaging in
professional/collegial interactions with peers and students. Work
collaboratively with peers and other health care providers, and
participating in ongoing in-service and educational seminars.
Participates in the mentoring and education of colleagues and
students.Compliance/Safety Responsible for reporting any safety
related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool;
attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a
safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues
and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.
Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting
patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental
policies and procedures. Practices in a safe and cost effective
manner. Stays current and complies with state and federal
regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employees
area of responsibility. Ensures all certifications and/or licenses
are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates. Completes all
company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the
specified time frame. Maintains timely and accurate documentation
of assessments, interventions, EMR entries, and patient
responses.QualificationsEducationRNs hired on or after 7/1/2016:
Must graduate from a BSN program within 6 years of hire into an RN
position.Existing Staff RNs: RNs hired before 7/1/2016 are not
mandated to have a BSN, but are encouraged to pursue a BSN
degree.Certificates and LicensureActive, unrestricted, Arizona RN
License or valid, participating compact license- RequiredBLS
(American Heart Assoc.)- RequiredFingerprint Clearance Card
application number- Required upon hireFingerprint Clearance Card-
Required within 90 days of hireCPI- Required within 90 days of
hireEmployee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical
competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental
leader.ExperienceHealthcare is a rapidly changing environment and
technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care.
Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the
organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have
an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers
and basic software programs.
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