Registered Nurse 3A Med/Surg Flex - UnityPoint Health

UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's

Sioux City

Fulltime - 12 Hour Days

• Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance and programs to help save for the future, such as 401(k) and Health Savings Account (HAS).
• Personal Growth & Development: Learning, career opportunities and other experiences that support professional and personal growth.
• Well-Being: Programs, activities and resources designed to enhance physical, financial and emotional well-being.
• Recognition: The formal and informal ways to appreciate and celebrate each other.
• Purpose: The meaningful connection between our daily work, team members, patients and the communities we serve.   

The RN is responsible for coordinating the care of patients and families that they care for utilizing the nursing process, and the skills that are part of their functions as a registered nurse. Summary of duties include: utilizing nursing knowledge for critical thinking, planning of care, evaluating response to care and planning for the needs of the patient and family.

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At UnityPoint Health, we provide care in nine regions throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. As the nation’s fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health keeps people at the center of all we do. We are looking for dynamic and talented individuals to join our team. You'll find opportunities for every sized dream.

Our team members are the compassionate core of who we are and how we serve. Every day we strive to live out our vision statement of “Best outcome every patient every time” through living out our FOCUS values of Foster Unity, Own the Moment, Champion Excellence, and Seize Opportunities.

Leadership:

• Delegates nursing care activities and monitors care given by appropriate care team members in accordance with patient needs, and the team member’s professional capabilities and qualifications. Supports use of Evidenced Based Practice and incorporates best practices into daily care routine.

Collaboration

• Assists in creating a positive work environment by mentoring of staff/students, and working with team members to develop and facilitate initiatives to strive for positive outcomes in quality and care of patients. Effectively communicates with all team members, physicians, ancillary staff and all customers.

Delivery of Care

• Complies with all policies and procedures, and guides team members with compliance. Compiles with all safety goals, infection prevention and risk management policies and procedures.

Basic UPH Performance Criteria        

• Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.  Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff.  Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

Minimum Education:

• Must have completed an accredited nursing program and possess a valid nursing license.
• BSN is preferred

Minimum Work Experience:

• Completion of accredited nursing program.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid nursing license. Specialty certification is encouraged.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Certifications to include: BCLS, ACLS (within 6 months), PALS (within 1 year), TNCC (within 2 years), CPI (within 1 year)
• Must be able to complete computer programs
• Must be able to meet the competency of unit assigned to and also be able to successfully complete orientation
• Must be able to meet reliable attendance guidelines
• Must legally perform the essential functions of the job
• Able to demonstrate the necessary skills and competencies to include medication administration and nursing competencies
• Must be able to perform the essentials functions of the job, including ability to communicate effectively
• Able to distinguish colors