Summary The Registered Nurse develops an overall view of patients, families and caregivers, and establishes strong partnerships to deliver optimal care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities + Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry. + Renders professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital and carries out orders placed by provider responsible for the patient’s medical care. Provides comprehensive clinical documentation including care plans each shift + Seeks feedback regarding practice and takes actions as appropriate. + Communicates patient information appropriate for continuity and safe care through Bedside shift report, Multidisciplinary rounds, and Hourly Rounding (AIDET) + Compliant in achieving unit specific competencies and requirements + Completes all net learning modules within timeframe identified. + Helps to promote a culture of well-being (ex. decreasing alarm fatigue). + Promotes a positive culture/atmosphere within the department each shift. + Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by following established procedures and protocols + Identifies and assists in correction of patient care safety issues. + Works within guidelines of Just Culture Environment to promote error reporting and adoption of safe practices. + Assures issues are addressed through appropriate use of the chain of command + Participates in Daily unit-based safety Huddles + Knowledge and understanding of the organization's over-all strategic plan + Remains up to date with unit-based nurse sensitive indicators (such as CAUTI, CLABSI, CDIFF, HAPU, FALLS, HH and VAE). + Actively participates in quality initiatives and performance improvement to improve patient outcomes. + Collaborates with nurses in other department/units to draw upon expertise in other clinical areas/specialties + Seeks opportunities to assist all team members + Develops and implements performance goals based on self-assessment and performance feedback + Assures patient education materials are culturally competent + Serves as preceptor for new nurses + Participates in DNV survey readiness. + Demonstrates practice that is consistent with the tenets of shared governance and with the philosophy of the unit and the organization. + Assists with solution identification in response to problems and conflicts + Effectively delegates aspects of care and unit activities to other nursing personnel. + Collaborates in planning, supervising, and instructing other nurses and assistants. + Works collaboratively with nursing students and instructors + Participates in peer feedback process of annual reviews. + Participates in the employee engagement survey + Demonstrates characteristics of the SPIRIT of St. Joseph Hospital with a commitment to my co-workers and holds peers accountable for the same + Avoids use of unauthorized overtime + Manages use of ETO (Earned Time Off) per policy + Completes dysrhythmia course prior to completion of orientation. Required for all telemetry-based departments. + Maintains current nursing licensure and certifications, required for the department + Other duties as consistent with this role. Job Requirements Job Knowledge and Skills + Basic Dysrhythmia preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation + Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation Education and Experience + Current New Hampshire RN license required + Basic Life Support certification required + Graduate of an approved Nursing program preferred An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements. Working Conditions/Physical Demands Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care. Americans with Disabilities Statement Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity. Standard of Business Conduct Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct. Rate of pay: 35.00 Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position. Covenant Health Mission Statement We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities. Core Values Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering. Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources. Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities. Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).