Registered Nurse RN Outpatient Observation
Company: Banner Health
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Gilbert, ArizonaDepartment Name: Outpatient
Observation UnitWork Shift: NightJob Category:NursingThe Outpatient
Observation Unit -at Banner Gateway Medical Center & MD Anderson
Cancer Center is an extension of the Emergency Department and is a
23-bed unit. Observation medicine encompasses the management of
appropriate patients for a timeframe of 6 to 24 hours in order to
assess their need for inpatient admission or discharge them home.
This is a fast paced unit with high patient turnover and a diverse
patient population. The Observation Unit is also utilized for In
patient transitions to the floor during high volumes/capacity
constraints to enhance effective and efficient throughput process.
-We are a Magnet Status, fully electronic medical center offering
the ideal environment for patient and family-focused care. - It is
the next generation of hospital care within a healing environment
designed to enhance patient outcomes, patient healing and patient
safety. -As a Registered Nurse on our OOU, you will be in strong
partnership and collaboration with our cohesive staff of healthcare
professionals. You will be taking care of patients in a fast-paced
environment that requires critical thinking and strong assessment
skills. If you want the opportunity to expand your skill set,
broaden your experience in nursing, and make a difference in the
lives of community, the Observation Unit, OOU is a great career
path for you. - Additionally, we have Advance Practice Providers
(NP or PA) who are present 24/7 to direct patient care. -You will
have the opportunity utilize our self-scheduling tool for shift and
weekend coverage. Enjoy an 18%-night shift differential and a flat
rate $3/hour weekend shift differential. -This is a full time
7p-7:30a opportunity.If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than
12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and
use keywords RN New Grad to search for openings.Experience
innovative technology and exceptional opportunities for growth and
development at Banner Health's state-of-the-art hospital Banner
Gateway Medical Center. With comprehensive electronic medical
records, physician order entry, digital radiography and proprietary
advanced patient monitoring, Banner Gateway provides you with the
innovative resources you need to provide your patients with the
best care possible. Our commitment to nursing excellence has
enabled us to achieve Magnet--- recognition by the American Nurses
Credentialing Center. Located near Phoenix in Gilbert, Ariz.,
Banner Gateway Medical Center offers 176 private rooms, eight
operating suites, a 37-bed emergency department and shares a campus
with the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Key specialties include
oncology, obstetrics, bariatric surgery, emergency and other
services that focus on meeting the changing needs of the dynamic
and growing community we serve. About Banner MD Anderson Cancer
Center Located in Gilbert, Ariz. (the Phoenix Metro area) on the
Banner Gateway Campus, the center provides world-class care for
oncology patients - both inpatient and outpatient - and has also
brought leading oncology programs to the Banner Gateway campus
including Stem Cell Transplantation and comprehensive Head & Neck
cancer care. Our capabilities include five linear accelerator
vaults, a brachytherapy vault, an advanced diagnostic imaging suite
with PET/CT scan, more than 50 infusion bays, a cryopreservation
lab and much more. Our inpatient medical oncology unit also
incorporates a program that utilizes the electronic surveillance
partnership in caring for the patient, where remote nurses have the
ability to interact with patients via two way audio-video to assist
the bedside nurse with patient care.POSITION SUMMARYThis position
assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care
of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in
accordance with standards of professional nursing practice
utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and
development. This position is accountable for the quality of
nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their
direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment,
and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and
evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of
assigned patients.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Assesses patient physical,
psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental,
cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and
physical with patient/family and assures completion within
appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by
other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory
data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other
appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments
according to patient need and as outlined in policy.2. Formulates a
plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment
data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of
care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the
medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable
and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the
physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and
educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in
collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews
and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs
based on evaluation of the patient's status.3. Implements the plan
of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and
supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides
care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in
compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and
regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and
provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients
by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity
of care by accurately and completely communicating to other
caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.4.
Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching,
and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress
towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other
health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the
effectiveness of patient teaching.5. Documents assessment,
planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record.
Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy.
Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing
interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician
orders accurately and in a timely manner.6. Provides care based on
the best evidence available and may participate in research
activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or
facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the
education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel,
patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth
of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.7.
Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent
patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable,
and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national
nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may
include participating in professional organizations.8. In some
roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the
department.9.Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of
departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts,
such as employees of other health care institutions, community
providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient.
Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in
order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with
clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes
data from multiple sources to provide support for the human
response of the patient and family to changes in health
status.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust possess a current, valid RN
license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state
of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice.
BLS certification is required. Additional certification or
continuing education may be required based on area of
practice.Relates throughout the interview process the experience,
training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the
clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must
maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area
in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations.
Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum
of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting.
Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the
past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner
Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum
of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician
practice or an acute care setting. Employees working at Banner
Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, Banner Home
Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess an
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain
the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at
Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a
requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this
specific facility. Employees working in the Banner McKee Senior
Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit must possess an Colorado
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment.PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree preferred. Professional
certification preferred.Additional related education and/or
experience preferred.
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