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Job Summary
Provides clinical direction for all aspects of patient care in an acute inpatient setting, fostering patient/family centered care. Demonstrates clinical competency utilizing evidence-based practices/research in all areas of the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and outcomes. Incorporates knowledge of safety protocols, cost containment and quality improvement throughout the nursing process. Identifies patient, unit and organizational priorities and incorporates into the nursing process. Adheres to all compliance and policy/procedures of the organization including, but not limited to licensure renewal, assigned training, employee health screenings, time and attendance policy, dress code policy, patient confidentiality, infection control, medication administration. Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory agency requirements (TJC, SC DPH, CMS). Provides care within the scope of the South Carolina Nurse Practice Act. The acute inpatient setting may require staff to be scheduled for a weekend, holiday, and on-call work.Bonus Eligible
This position is bonus eligible, follow this link for details.
Th CVOR position qualifies for a $15,000.00 sign-on bonus.
Essential Functions
All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols in accordance with Board of Nursing in the state in which work is performed and regulatory scope of practice.
Documents surgical procedure, surgical counts and prep for intensive on and off pump procedures, interacting with team members, including surgeons in preparing for multifaceted procedures.
Operates and prepares complicated surgical equipment and devices.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocol.
Assesses patient’s needs and develops/revises an individualized plan of care based on patient needs and responses.
Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attaining expected clinical outcomes.
Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and interdisciplinary team.
Documents patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner meeting all required and regulatory standards
Prioritizes patient care in an ongoing manner in accordance with evidence-based practice standards
Follows strict infection prevention precautions.
Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
Assesses and manages patients' pain utilizing appropriate pain management techniques.
Establishes a relationship with patients and families, keeping them regularly informed. Functions as a patient and family advocate.
Participates in patient and family education related to the illness and plan of care.
Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Delegates tasks and duties to healthcare team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the team member’s capabilities, qualifications and scope of practice.
Demonstrates caring practices by providing a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and their families.
May be required to assist the Surgical Technologist in a scrub role as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.
Minimum Requirements
Education - (ADN) Associate degree in Nursing. (BSN) Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
Experience - One (1) year experience as a registered nurse.
In Lieu Of
In lieu of 1 year of registered nurse experience, will accept successful completion of the Prisma Health Nurse Residency Program or successful completion of a comparable residency from another organization.
In lieu of one (1) year of registered nurse experience, will accept 1 year of licensed practical nurse (LPN) experience for internal candidates within the same service line.
In lieu of Associate degree in nursing, will accept nursing diploma with licensure to practice as a registered nurse.
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
Holds a current RN compact/multistate license recognized by the NCSBN Compact State or is licensed to practice as an RN in the state the team member is working.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to maintain inventory control (Surgeon's preferences and instrumentation needs).
Ability to precept new staff to the OR and maintain continuing education credits.
Work Shift
Variable (United States of America)Location
5 Medical Park Rd RichlandFacility
1510 Richland HospitalDepartment
15106160 Operating RoomShare your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.