Hybrid Dialysis/ICU Professional RN

Location

Ithaca, NY | United States

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Job Description

Job Title : Hybrid Hemodialysis/ICU Professional RN Job Description

Department : Nursing, Hemodialysis, ICU

Reports To : Hemodialysis Assistant Nurse Manager, ICU Assistant Nurse Manager, ICU and Dialysis Manager

Job Summary : The Hybrid Hemodialysis/ICU RN (Hybrid RN) will provide direct patient and family support and nursing care within their full scope of practice. This will include participation in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs and services for patients, families, and the community. The Hybrid RN will function as a part time employee in the Hemodialysis department, or 4 twelve hour days of every pay cycle. The remaining two days of the pay cycle will belong to ICU. The Hybrid RN is expected to maintain competencies in both departments and will be held to the Hemodialysis scheduling before signing up in ICU.

Job Responsibilities include : (10 most important)

1. Assesses patients and families, whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex and quickly recognizes normal parameters, deviations and abnormalities in physical, emotional, developmental and behavioral status based on past clinical experience. Use a person-centered care approach in the development of care plans and in prioritizing nursing care to meet patient and family needs.
2. Plans for care of patients, demonstrating the ability to effectively prioritize both expected and unanticipated needs. Involves patients and families in establishing care goals.
3. Demonstrates competence in the implementation of the technical skills required for the care of patients and families. Demonstrates initiative in remaining current on CMC policies, procedures and standards. Acts as a resource to peers.
4. Interventions for the attainment of care goals reflect resourceful involvement of CMC health team members. Facilitates the linking of patients and families with other disciplines and services as needed.
5. Evaluates effectiveness of care giving, and shows ongoing follow through in care delivery. Evaluation of care is reflective of the attainment of care goals. Demonstrates proficiency and compliance with established practices in clinical documentation.
6. Demonstrates critical thinking skills by making appropriate clinical decisions, prioritizing both planned and unplanned events, and proactively addressing potential and actual problems.
7. Demonstrates awareness of the value and relevance of research and evidence based practice in nursing. Practice can be identified as research based.
8. Is self-directed in assuming responsibilities within the team and care delivery system.
9. Assists peers and team members in acquiring department specific knowledge, skills and behaviors.
10. Is recognized as a department resource for clinical practice and operational systems.
11. Assists others and provides leadership in implementing the standards of the patient care.

Requirements :

Education - Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Experience - At least one year acute care experience, critical care preferable.

Licensure - Currently licensed in the State of New York as a Registered Professional Nurse

Certifications- BLS

Physical Requirements - Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., Use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs), including boxes, equipment, IV solutions and stooping and kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on lower shelves and to file documents in lower file drawers); sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time may be necessary; must be able physically to operate the equipment used for the job.

• = Essential functions

Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Cayuga Health System commits to treat all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.

Cayuga Health is dedicated to our vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we strive towards our vision, we welcome the opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of employees

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$39.63 - $48.18 per hour