Registered Nurse - Days - 5E Med/Surg Telemetry
Company: UPMC
Location: Altoona
Posted on: January 7, 2021
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse
5E Med/Surg Telemetry
.9 Day 7a-7p w/prn rotation
SEIU
POSTED: 06/09/2020
5E is a 20- bed adult Medical/Surgical telemetry monitoring capable
inpatient nursing unit. We see a variety of patients with varying
medical issues which allows for a nurse to develop a well- rounded
skill set. The variety in patients will keep your passion burning
and eliminate the monotony of caring for the same patient types
every day.
Our nurses are required to obtain trauma education and
certification within one year of hire as we are a preferred unit
for medical/surgical trauma patients.
What makes 5E an exceptional place to work? We have a team of
amazing caregivers who collaborate to provide excellent care to our
diverse patient population. Our wide variety of patients offers
each nurse the opportunity to experience various clinical
experiences daily.
As a team member on 5E, you will enjoy a supportive team
environment, a leadership team that is invested in your growth, and
diverse learning opportunities.
This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Whether
you're a recent Graduate Nurse looking to launch your nursing
career, or a seasoned RN seeking a change, now is your moment to
find your place at UPMC!
Sign-On Bonus Details (Full Time or Flex Full Time status)
$5,000 sign-on bonus available for Graduate Nurses and nurses with
less than two years of experience
Purpose:
Provides direct and indirect care to patients utilizing the nursing
process. Provides leadership for the nursing team, and contributes
to the education of a variety of members of the staff and
students.
Responsibilities:
Implementation:a. Utilizes nursing care protocols and standards.b.
Carries out and documents procedures according to Hospital
Policy.c. Performs technical skills safely and accurately, and
demonstrates a working knowledge of equipment.d. Transcribes and
implements physicians' orders appropriately.e. Demonstrates
knowledge of the physiological basis for the nursing care
delivery.f. Demonstrates knowledge of medication and IV therapy
administration according to policy.g. Initiates and coordinates
health teaching for patients and families/significant other based
on individual needs.
Engages the medical staff and other professionals in discussion of
patient care problems resulting in mutually developed plans of
care.
Utilizes Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and all other computer
systems appropriately,
Assessmenta. Assesses patient and family needs and documents this
information appropriately in the computer or on appropriate form.b.
Reassesses patient every eight hours, and, as necessary.
Planning:a.Includes the patient and family/significant other in the
formulation of the plan of care.b. Prioritizes patient's needs
appropriately.c. Plans, conducts, and documents patient care
conferences.d. Maintains a current plan of care for each assigned
patient.e. Utilizes appropriate community agencies and other health
care professionals in planning care.
Evaluationa.Revises plan of care, as necessary based on daily
evaluation of patient.b.Evaluates patient's outcome based on
previously defined goals.c.Evaluates and documents the patient's
response to care, teaching, and treatment.
Adheres to universal precautions.Identified potential problems and
initiates appropriate measures.Identifies environmental factors
which deter effective patient care, initiates action, and
contributes ideas towards resolution.
Complies with established occupational exposure policies.
Completes annual competency validation activities.
Maintains proficiency and competency in point of care testing as
defined in the evaluation criteria established by the laboratory.
Demonstrates professionalism in providing patient care.
Serves as a consultant to other members of the health-care
team.
Qualifications
Education and Formal Training Required:
Experience Required:
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic
and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
(CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
GN level candidate starting rate - $26.31 (BSN $27.56)
Experienced RN starting rate - starting rate commensurate with
experience (BSN differential: $1.25)
When you are ready to take your career to the next level, UPMC
Altoona has a RN Career Ladder, which allows you to enhance your
practice and receive additional compensation! Ask your recruiter
for details!
Total Rewards
More than just competitive pay and benefits, UPMC's Total Rewards
package cares for you in all areas of life &emdash; because we
believe that you're at your best when receiving the support you
need: professional, personal, financial, and more.
Our Values
At UPMC, we're driven by shared values that guide our work and keep
us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety ,
Dignity & Respect , Caring & Listening , Responsibility & Integrity
, Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive,
positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan
members, and community. Ready to join us? Apply today.
For the best application experience, we encourage you to apply for
this job from a non-mobile device.
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