Registered Nurse (RN) – Clinical Nurse Educator – PRN – The Perinatal Center

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Registered Nurse (RN) – PRN – Clinical Nurse Educator – The Perinatal Center – St. Marys Hospital – Richmond

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS/ GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The clinical nurse will facilitate the coordinated care of the Perinatal patients in the Perinatal Center and in the hospital as in-patients. The clinical nurse will assist patients in obtaining efficient and comprehensive clinical and supportive care as needed throughout their pregnancy. Delivers patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifies and determines the priority of patient’s problems/needs, and evaluates the process and outcome of nursing care; coordinates, provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment and evaluates treatment effectiveness; administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures; serves as point of contact for patients care coordination throughout hospital departments. Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department. Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Virginia or awaiting reciprocity. Maintain current CPR certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association

Valid RN Nursing License from the state of practice

Experience within a physician practice setting.

Working knowledge of medical record format and content of patient records.

Requires a working knowledge and understanding of the clinical, psychosocial and pathophysiology of pregnancy and its complications.

Possesses ability to perform the range of nursing techniques, routine and non­ routine. Verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate in a culturally diverse environment are required.

Ability to review records, read physician documentation and verify patient identification.

Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with practice managers and other medical group staff/leadership.

Work requires a high level of accuracy with the ability to concentrate on detailed information for extended periods of time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors of Science, nursing

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Works closely with the Clinical Support Services team.

Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The individual performing this job may anticipate possible contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies regarding infection control.

Travel outside the office is required.

Overnight travel on occasion to attend seminars and training.

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May have periods of constant interruptions

SKILLS

Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and future innovations

Nursing judgment and skill based on principles of the biological, physical, behavioral, and social sciences

Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery

Coordination of patient care delivery

Evaluation of professional nursing practice to optimize goals and outcomes

Health teaching and health promotion

Patient advocacy and partnership

Interprofessional collaboration and leadership

Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies

Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence

Integration of quality improvement, evidence-based practices and research in practice

Accountability for professional actions

Effective stewardship of available resources

Conflict management and resilience

Authority for delegating activities to others, while remaining responsible and accountable for outcomes

BON SECOURS MISSION, VALUES, CUSTOMER ORIENTATION AND

CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS FOCUS:

It is the responsibility of all employees to learn and utilize continuous quality improvement principles in their daily work.

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of the Sisters of Bon Secours by understanding each customer, treating each patient, staff member and community in a dignified manner with respect, kindness, and understanding and subscribing to the organization’s commitment to quality and service.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties. This document does not create an employment contract, and employment with Bon Secours Health System is “at will”.

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com