Registered Nurse â€" OB/GYN - Nellis
Location: Nellis AFB Nevada
Description: Chenega Corporation is currently seeking to employ Registered Nurse â€" OB/GYN - Nellis right now, this occupation will be placed in Nevada. More complete informations about this occupation opportunity please read the description below. Provide outstanding patient care along with duties specified below.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties include but are not limited to the following:
Coordinates patient care through a continuum and facilitates the achievement of optimal outcomes in relation to care, quality and cost effectiveness
Participates in the orientation and training of newly assigned personnel.
Ensures compliance with standards of care and practice.
Assesses patients.
Excellent oral communication skills for patient education and telephone triage of patients.
Conducts in-person assessment/evaluation including the determination of optimal location for patient management (e.g., ward, home).
Skilled in setting up and operating specialized medical equipment such as intravenous (IV) infusion pumps, cardiac monitoring devices, and oxygen analyzers.
Recognizes adverse signs and symptoms and react quickly in emergency situations.
Ensures all equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of each work shift.
Ensures preventive maintenance and routine cleaning are performed as directed.
Ensures a safe work environment and employee safe work habits.
In-person assessment/evaluation includes the determination of optimal location for patient management (to work, home etc.).
Make referral appointments and arrange speciality care as applicable.
May also require other training in patient care aspects, such as conscious sedation.
Training will be provided, in such cases, at the MTF or as deemed by the Education and Training Office.
The nurse shall provide patients with the utmost care and attention. All patients shall be assured of their privacy and personal dignity.
Prepares all documentation to meet or exceed established standards of the MTF, to include, but not limited to, timeliness, accuracy, content and signature. Only MTF and Air Force-approved abbreviations shall be used for documentation of the patient health record.
Supervision
Requires moderate supervision and may at times supervise others
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of professional care theories, principles, practices, and procedures to perform nursing assignments of critically ill patients.
Knowledge of growth and development, and pathophysiology of disease processes, specific to the critical care unit population to include all ages of the spectrum from pediatrics to geriatrics.
Knowledge of a wide range of medical disorders and conditions as appropriate, as seen in critically ill patients.
Knowledge of preventative health schedules, procedures, processes and education methods.
Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use to include knowledge of the administrative requirements for proper documentation of patients condition including disease progress, acknowledgement of teaching, and follow up care.
Knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, email, patient records, appointments, referrals, and other similar software
Education and/or Experience
The nurse shall have at least 24 months of experience within the last 36 months as a tri-qualified Inpatient Obstetrical Nurse; experience in Nursery, Labor and Delivery, and Post Partum.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Clearance:
A current unrestricted license from any one of the 50 U.S. States, the District of Columbia, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands is acceptable
Have and maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) by the American Heart Association.
Completion/certification in a fetal monitoring program accredited by Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses,
Computer Skills
Must have working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications as well as experience with Electronic Medical Records.
Competencies
- To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information including, but not limited to patient medical information.
- Aware of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.
- Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
- Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
- Prioritize and plans work activities; Stays on schedule; Uses time efficiently.
- Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
- Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language Skills -
Ability to read, analyze; Ability to read and write patient medical records, business correspondence; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patients, families, managers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills -
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations as needed.
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound decisions based on that data.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move equipment and/or patients at times without assistance.
Work Environment -
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to patients potentially sick and/or well. With exposure to varied medical equipment as well as electronic office equipment.
Chenega Corporation is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. Native preference under PL930638. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of professional care theories, principles, practices, and procedures to perform nursing assignments of critically ill patients.
Knowledge of growth and development, and pathophysiology of disease processes, specific to the critical care unit population to include all ages of the spectrum from pediatrics to geriatrics.
Knowledge of a wide range of medical disorders and conditions as appropriate, as seen in critically ill patients.
Knowledge of preventative health schedules, procedures, processes and education methods.
Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use to include knowledge of the administrative requirements for proper documentation of patients condition including disease progress, acknowledgement of teaching, and follow up care.
Knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, email, patient records, appointments, referrals, and other similar software
Education and/or Experience
The nurse shall have at least 24 months of experience within the last 36 months as a tri-qualified Inpatient Obstetrical Nurse; experience in Nursery, Labor and Delivery, and Post Partum.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Clearance:
A current unrestricted license from any one of the 50 U.S. States, the District of Columbia, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands is acceptable
Have and maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) by the American Heart Association.
Completion/certification in a fetal monitoring program accredited by Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses,
Computer Skills
Must have working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications as well as experience with Electronic Medical Records.
Job
Medical Services
Primary Location
United States-Nevada
Organization
American Hospital Services Group
Recruiter
Ronald Knight
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This occupation starts available on: Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:10:28 GMT