Hybrid RN - Stepdown (Adv Care) bei Carle Health

Overview:

 

• Number      of beds on unit: 24
• Patient      population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit):  The Advanced Care Unit is a 24-bed unit specializing in the      care of acutely unstable patients that do not meet criteria for Intensive      Care status but still require frequent, advanced assessments and      interventions. Specific patient populations or conditions that require      Advanced Care status include complex multi-trauma, uncompensated sepsis,      continuous non-invasive ventilation, stroke, complicated withdrawal from      alcohol or other recreational drugs, and DKA. The unit also includes an      Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) where patients with seizure-like events can      be safely taken off medication to purposefully induce seizure-like events      and provide vital information to the Epilepsy Team about how to treat      them.
• Nurse      to Patient ratio:  1:3
• Department      culture and resources:  The Advanced      Care Unit is a fast-pace, team-oriented unit. We work closely with our      physician partners and ancillary team members to achieve the best outcomes      for our patients. We have a robust Partnership Committee that meets      monthly. We have a unit-based educator, a quality outcomes coordinator, 2      nurse supervisors and charge nurses.
• Frequent      nursing skills/equipment used: Minimum Q4      hour full RN assessments. Minimum Q2 hour vital signs. Continuous cardiac      monitoring by primary RN, Foley/IV/NG insertions, arterial line/central      line/chest tube monitoring and care, IV pumps, feeding pumps, lift      equipment. Commonly used IV drips: amiodarone, diltiazem, insulin for DKA,      dobutamine, heparin, octreotide.

 

Responsibilities:Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Monitors EMU patients 24/7 for seizure activity Ensures good communication with patients/family by utilizing meaningful hourly rounding, bedside shift report and whiteboards Works with critical care team for Advanced Care patients Works with hospitalists for Advanced Care patientsQualifications:License/Certifications:
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

Education:
H.S. Diploma/GED

Other Knowledge/Skills:
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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

 

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

 

 

 

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Salary Range:The compensation range for this position is $33.68per hour - $57.93per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits. Jetzt bewerben