Job Details: RN - STAFF NURSE - Endoscopy - Part time

Company: Chandler Regional Medical Center – Chandler Regional Medical Center has provided excellent patient care to Chandler and its neighboring communities for more than 46 years. It is this strong sense of community and the CHW mission that defines our working culture and infuses everything we do at Chandler Regional.

Description: From the ground floor to the boardroom, we know the sacrifices you make, the compassion you convey and the respect you deserve. Thanks to you, Chandler Regional Hospital, part of CHW, was ranked #18 as one of the 2006 Best Places to Work in the Valley.
TITLE (REQ ID): RN - STAFF NURSE (38282)

DEPARTMENT: ENDOSCOPY

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PART TIME W/O BENEFITS

SHIFT: DAY (VARIED)

HOURS PER PAY PERIOD: 40

SHIFT HOURS: 10HOUR

FACILITY: CHANDLER REGIONAL MEDICAL CTR

LOCATION: CHANDLER, AZ

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Gallup overall Endoscopy patient satisfaction met.
2. Demonstrates ability to prepare equipment necessary for diagnostic and/or therapeutic ERCP.
3. Demonstrates knowledge of endoscopic disinfection and sterilization processes consistent with established protocols and guidelines.
4. Demonstrates knowledge in the administration and monitoring of patients receiving conscious sedation.
5. Assesses need for and assembles equipment necessary for control of gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
6. Maintains current status of professional licensure/certification as required by position qualifications.
7. Manages routine assignments independently, consistently prioritizing when managing assignments.
8. Consistently introduces self and role when interacting with patients and families. Anticipates patient needs as evidenced by frequent updates to patient and family, notification of unexpected or expected delays.
9. Consistently completes walking rounds and utilizes both in face-to-face patient/family interactions and telephone conversations.
10. Manages patients' pain level through administration of medications, completed required pain documentation and patient re-evaluation as evidenced by chart review.
11. Unit pain goal met.
12. Documents complete care of patient.
13. Directs and supervises assistive personnel (including, but not limited to, LPN's and CNA's).
14. Collaborates in data collection and implementation of ongoing performance improvement monitors.
15. Participates in staff education, in addition to mandatory requirements.
16. Develops the plan of care, including the discharge process.
17. Evaluates and modifies the plan of care, based upon observable patient responses and attainment of expected outcomes.
18. Critical thinking skills are evident in providing patient care.
19. Demonstrates knowledge of, and complies with practices and plans. Emergency / Disaster Plan, Standard Precautions/Infection Control Practices and Safety Policies.
20. Maintains confidentiality of patient information, records, employee records, hospital information system, and administrative information. Respects co-workers privacy by refusing to gossip. Conversation between employees and customers are conducted with discretion. Adheres to privacy/HIPAA, maintains confidentiality of charts and / medical records. Avoids "open" discussion of patients/patient status.
21. Participates in Patient and Hospital Safety and quality programs. Fall Prevention Program. Patient safety initiatives.
22. Demonstrates adherence to the Standards of Conduct and has completed and turned in the Standards of Conduct Acknowledgment card.
23. Fulfills compliance education requirements as directed by the Compliance Department or department management.
24. Attitude: Shows interest in job, is cooperative, pleasant and efficient, responds professionally to constructive criticism, offers assistance, is friendly and takes time to listen.
25. Communication: promptly shows courtesy to all customers in greeting and conversations. Seldom holds personal conversation in front of customers. Only urgent personal phone calls interrupt work.
26. Sense of ownership: expresses pride in being a member of our healthcare team. Conduct is a positive reflection on our hospital. Takes responsibility for safety of work and surrounding area. Focuses on the customer's needs by striving to do the best job possible. Adheres to organization, facility and department policies and work practices.
27. Demonstrates respect for patient and family dignity, empathy and privacy. Empowers patients/families to participate in care. Eases suffering and allows dignity for the dying. Provides kind and compassionate care.
28. Uses time clock and does not submit avoidable exception forms.
29. Works to ensure support, safety, care, and will being for all patients, families, and co-workers, regardless of race, religion. Gender, social/economic status, or ability. Addresses the spiritual/cultural needs of others.
30. Performs daily duties with a responsible utilization of patient, hospital and community resources. Utilizes supplies/equipment with a minimum of waste. Maintains awareness of available resources and alternatives.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
1. ADN, Diploma, BSN or Foreign Equivalent accepted
2. Endoscopy experience
3. Previous experience with personal computers preferred

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
1. Current AZ State RN License in good standing
2. Current BLS card
3. Current ACLS
Please reply online. We look forward to hearing from you!

Posting Date: Jan 3 08