RN-Medical Respiratory Care

Company: SSM Health
Location: Madison
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

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  Obtains comprehensive data pertinent to the patient from the patient, family other healthcare providers to develop a holistic picture of the patient's needs or condition.
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  Analyzes and synthesizes data from the assessment in determining diagnosis or conditions relevant to care.
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  Identifies optimal outcomes for the patient in collaboration with the patient, family and interprofessional team.
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  Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain outcomes, using clinical judgement in collaboration with patient, family and interprofessional care team.
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  Implements the plan, employing strategies to promote and maintain a safe environment, coordinates implementation with patient, family and interprofessional team.
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  Evaluates processes and progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes.
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  Contributes to the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, evaluates their own practice, and maintains current knowledge and competence.
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  Communicates effectively in all areas of practice, collaborates with patient, family and interprofessional team.
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  Uses clinical inquiry and integrates best evidence into practice.
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  Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to critical care nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient's age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.
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  Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
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  Performs other duties as assigned.
  EDUCATION
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    Graduate of accredited school of nursing
    EXPERIENCE
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      No experience required
      PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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        Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
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        Constant standing and walking.
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        Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
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        Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
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        Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
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        Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
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        Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
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        Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
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        Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
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        Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
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        Occasional driving.
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        Rare crawling and running.

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