Registered Nurse RN Neuro Trauma PCU
Company: Banner Health
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: October 25, 2024
|
|
Job Description:
R Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
PCU-Neuro-Trauma-Hosp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Nursing
Sign-On Bonus : $15K
Eligibility will be discussed during interview with recruiter
Your journey with us began the moment you made the choice to seek a
career with Banner Health. Whether you are just beginning your
career, or your journey has spanned 30 years, Banner's employer
commitment is: "We'll help make a difference in your life and
career so you can make a difference in the lives of others."
So why should you choose us? It is simple This is your chance to
stand out and continue to learn and stay on the cutting edge of
technology and practices. This is your chance to work with renowned
physicians and surgeons in the Neurosciences fields. Take charge of
your career and grow in a supportive and outstanding team. Join us
on our journey to make health care easier, so life can be
better.
PCU Neuro Trauma is a 48 bed Neuro unit encompassing 8 EMU
(epilepsy monitoring unit) beds. The Neuroscience Service Line at
BUMCP offers state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment modalities
for patients while creating a rich educational and collaborative
environment for nursing and medical staff. Our exciting
accomplishments include laser thermal ablation of tumors, awake
craniotomies, surgery for brainstem lesions, and endoscopic
microsurgery. As the first comprehensive stroke center in Arizona,
we take a multi-disciplinary team approach that involves nurses in
the plan of care for the patient. Ratios flex between 1:3-4 and 1:6
in an RN/LPN team model. This opening is for FULL-TIME Day shifts
and will require 3 shifts per week from 7:00am-7:30pm with weekends
and holidays included on a rotating basis. On call, weekends,
holidays: rotating with other staff. Enjoy an 18%-night shift
differential; a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift differential;
$5/hour while on call and the opportunity to apply to the Nursing
Clinical Ladder Program for additional hourly rates. The PCU Neuro
Trauma leadership team has high leadership effectiveness scores and
routinely involves staff in decisions impacting the front line. We
focus our culture and goals around the team and are transparent in
our decisions. Join us as we continue to strive for clinical
excellence and outstanding nursing care.
BUMCP is a Magnet Accredited Academic Medical Center, a Level 1
Trauma Center and the Neurosciences Departments are awarded the JC
Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification, American Heart
Association and American Stroke Association Stroke Gold Plus with
Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus, Advanced Therapy and Target:
Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll and Level 4 National Association of
Epilepsy Centers. We are the destination of choice for any and all
neurological needs.
Relocation: Available to those that qualify. Approval required.
University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized
academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on
coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and
nurturing future generations of highly trained medical
professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us
to achieve Magnet recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care,
has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is
the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration
with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix.
Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated
multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents
nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies
and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice
utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and
development. This position is accountable for the quality of
nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their
direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment,
and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and
evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of
assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual,
educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs.
Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and
assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available
information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews
diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the
physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment
and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in
policy.
2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan,
utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team
input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs,
assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are
realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the
patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial,
spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the
plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the
multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to
reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient's
status.
3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care,
coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the
health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the
nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures,
standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates
appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of
care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel.
Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely
communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom
care is provided.
4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and
teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient
progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with
other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and
the effectiveness of patient teaching.
5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in
the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in
accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective
data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment.
Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may
participate in research activities within clinical practice.
Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and
participates in the education, role development, and orientation of
facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors.
Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring
when appropriate.
7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent
patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable,
and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national
nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may
include participating in professional organizations.
8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow
of the department.
9. Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments,
physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as
employees of other health care institutions, community providers
and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts
with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to
report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy
to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from
multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the
patient and family to changes in health status.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice,
temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN
licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is
required. Additional certification or continuing education may be
required based on area of practice.
Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training
and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical
area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain
clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which
they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner
Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one
year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must
include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months
as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and
Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year
experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an
acute care setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification
preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
Banner Health is dedicated to being a great place to work by
offering market-competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a
variety of work options to attract and retain talented teams .
click apply for full job details
Keywords: Banner Health, Goodyear , Registered Nurse RN Neuro Trauma PCU, Healthcare , Phoenix, Arizona
Click
here to apply!
|