Psych Unit RN - Registry

GENERAL SUMMARY: # The registered nurse (RN) demonstrates key behaviors in the areas of care delivery, leadership, collaboration, and professional growth. Responsible for implementing and supervising nursing services in the medical detoxification programs. Care delivery includes assessing status, identifying problems, developing and implementing a plan of care through the delivery and delegation of care, evaluating care delivery, promoting patient/family education and involving the patient/family and other members of the health care team in planning and implementation to meet expected healthcare outcomes.

Care is delivered, viewing the person as a whole being, including but not limited to physiological, psychological and spiritual aspects. Consideration of the individual#s age, developmental level, learning ability, health status and belief system are integral in care delivery. Leadership is evidenced as RNs influence individuals or groups to accomplish goals through guiding, directing, teaching, coaching and motivating others.

Communication and collaboration with patients, families, physicians and other health care professionals/disciplines is essential in delivering care. It is evidenced in multidisciplinary care planning, problem-solving etc. Professional growth is essential in providing care, as the RN shares knowledge, gains knowledge and contributes to knowledge through participation in formal and informal continuing education programs and research.

The RN operates within the framework of the Mission, Vision, and Values of Holy Cross Hospital. # KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: The level of knowledge normally acquired through graduation of an accredited school of nursing and licensure as an RN in the state of Illinois. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of aging, physical limitations, age-associated illnesses and unique psychological needs of patients who are 16 and older.

Knowledge of EKG and arrhythmia assessment and interpretation. Knowledge of ventilator management.

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license or CPR certification within 3 months of hire; Completion of an arrhythmia assessment and interpretation class within 4 months of hire. In compliance with PPD requirements. # BENEFITS: Medical PTO 403 b # EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS:# Graduate of an Accredited Nursing School Active RN license in the#State of Illinois required.

BLS CPR for Healthcare Providers AHA approved 1 year of experience within a hospital setting preferred Good interpersonal and communication skills