1. Completes
nursing assessments under the supervision of an RN in a timely manner and
indicates potential problems. Ability to
act independently.
2. Collaborates
with RN to open interdisciplinary treatment plan and appropriately develops
treatment plan for all conditions.
3. Communicates
with patient/family regarding care plan and outcome goals; involved
patient/family in developing plan of care and accomplishing outcome goals
and/or consistently attends and participates in interdisciplinary team
conferences.
4. Facilitates
patient support/educational groups.
5. Provide
patient care with minimal supervision.
Adapts to assignments based on unit need. Independently recognizes and assumes
additional responsibility.
6. Administers
medication using safety initiative of using two means of identification. Documents and reports affects of scheduled
and PRN medication. Observes and reports
affects of medications in a safe and accurate manner. Facility narcotics and patients own narcotics
are handled appropriately.
7. Demonstrates
knowledge of specialty practice through clinical performance.
8. Communicates
pertinent information to peers and physicians and acts as a patient
advocate. Anticipates patient needs and
makes appropriate suggestions regarding treatment.
9. Performs in a
competent, calm and professional manner during crises or emergency
situations. Performs proficiently and
expertly. Aware of emergency
medications, equipment and their location and is proficient in knowledge and
use.
10. Demonstrates
ability to perform procedures and skills in a safe and accurate manner. Able to perform complex procedures and skills
independently or with minimum supervision.
11. Communicates
and documents teaching and discharge planning.
12. Accurately
takes physician (verbal or telephonically) orders and documents
appropriately. Transcribes and reviews
physician orders.
13. Accurately and
legibly documents nursing intervention and expected outcomes, noting patient
response, effectiveness of intervention and complications.
14. Demonstrates
ability to provide safe care.
15. Thorough
knowledge of pharmacy system (i.e. ordering, obtaining, and verification.)
16. Defines and
classified common chemicals of dependency and is knowledgeable about different
medications, protocols for detoxification.
17. Recognizes
potential dual diagnosis patients.
18. Recognizes
signs and symptoms of intoxication and different substances.
19. Adheres to
HIPAA and other confidentiality guidelines.
20. Utilizes
standard precautions and follows infection control procedures.
21. Adheres to and
follows Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals.
22. Aware of
patient handbook contents. Adheres to
program rules.
23. Able to give
thorough report to oncoming staff, supervisees and physicians.
24. Able to answer
inquiries regarding admission and facilitate process (pre-certs).
25. Maintain unit
safety in regards to contraband.
26. Aware of
specific duties and those of Program Technicians.
27. Completes
additional clinical tasks as assigned.
28. Approaches
interpersonal relationships in a manner that promotes cohesiveness, reduces
conflict and provides for resolution with patients, families, visitors and
consumers.
29. Approaches
interpersonal relationships in a manner that promotes cohesiveness, reduces
conflict and provides for resolution intradepartmentally and interdepartmentally.
ADMINISTRATIVE
LEADERSHIP
1. Manages unit
when in charge. Handles unusual,
stressful, complex situations with minimal supervision.
2. Maintains
awareness of general condition of patients on unit.
3. Serves as a
resource person.
4. Serves as a
role model providing direction and leadership in patient care.
5. Maintains
patient care equipment. Informs Nurse
Executive when equipment is in need of repair.
6. Is cost conscious
in use of supplies, medications and equipment.
Identifies realistic strategies for cost containment. Implements strategies for cost containment.
7. Demonstrates
knowledge of facility standards, policies and procedures.
8. Participates
in Performance Improvement Activities (e.g. data collection). Ability to function in an environment
regulated by Joint Commission, State, Federal or other regulatory entities.
9. Complies with
emergency and disaster plans and procedures.
10. Completes
additional administrative tasks as assigned.
11. Active
participation in nursing meetings and facility in-services and other training.