%3Cp%3EKindred Hospital Houston Medical Center and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) provide specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. Our long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) offers advanced, hospital-level treatment for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended stays. In addition, our Acute Rehabilitation Unit is dedicated to helping patients recover from the effects of acute injuries, impairments, or illnesses. With a focus on personalized care, both the LTACH and ARU collaborate with your physician to provide 24/7 clinical care, ensuring continuous support on your path to recovery.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EJob Summary%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EProvides quality patient care to critically ill patients, through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation. Serves as a patient advocate at all times. Supervises the nursing care provided to each patient by other caregivers. Develops the plan for nursing care as a result of coordination with the patient, family and staff of other disciplines as necessary. Applies critical thinking in order to promote positive clinical outcomes. Ensures patient education. Participates in discharge planning.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EEssential Functions%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EMaintains the standard of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and the nursing department.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssesses the patient on admission within the required time frame. Makes referral to other disciplines based on the assessment, such as rehabilitation and nutritional services.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDevelops a nursing care plan for assigned patient on admission and updates the plan of care as needed. Ensures the plan is discussed and developed as a result of the coordination of patient and family and the interdisciplinary team.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAble to release, remove, and reapply restraints to patient. Ensures patient is in proper position and alignment.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDocuments patient admission assessment and reassessments, patient care plans, and other pertinent information completely in the patient’s electronic medical record.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates correct use of Biomedical equipment such as defibrillator, Suction machine, IV and feeding pumps, PCA pump, blood glucose monitoring machine.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates safe and effective delivery of patient care such as completing team/patient assignments on time, making effective use of available time, showing initiative and teamwork.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EObtains consents for procedures and blood transfusions, ensuring patient has necessary information to make an informed decision.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EReceives physician’s orders, ensures transcription is accurate, and order entry is accurate. Follows through to ensure order is carried out.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERecognizes and responds appropriately to patient change in condition such as Cardiac rhythm, respiratory distress, GI bleed, pulmonary emboli/ edema, diabetic Ketoacidosis, adverse drug reaction and Blood transfusion reaction, etc. Institutes emergency action, notifies physician, obtains orders, etc.%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECompletes and documents patient admission assessment and reassessments as required according to policy.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EReports pertinent observations and reaction regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e., physician, supervisor, charge nurse) and records these observations accurately.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAdministers medications with verbalized knowledge of the action, side effects, correct dosages and route according ICU policies and procedures.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates ability to recognize and Institute arrhythmia protocol for the following Cardiac rhythms V-tach, V-fib, PVC’s, asystole, 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree heart block, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDirects, supervises, and evaluates nursing care provided to patients.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAdministers medications utilizing the seven “rights” of medication administration: right patient, route, time, medication, dose, reason and documentation.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssist physicians with special tests and procedures such as thoracentesis, paracentesis, arterial line and bronchoscopy.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipates in economical utilization of supplies and ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipates in orientation of new personnel and performance evaluations of nursing staff.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssists team members in giving care to patients or administers direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECoordinates nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, or sepsis.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EIs knowledgeable about the emotional and rehabilitative aspects of care and is capable of applying appropriate therapeutic interventions.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProvides assessment utilizing current ACLS certification and protocols renders lifesaving first aid and makes appropriate referral to the nearest organization that is capable of providing needed services.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates ability to manage various types of tubes and other devices such as Foley /straight catheter, feeding tubes, chest tubes, JP drains, Hemovacs. T-tubes, wound drains, ostomy care, suprapubic catheter, continuous bladder irrigation.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates correct set up and performance monitoring of hemodynamic systems such as Swan-ganz catheter, arterial catheter, and cardiac output.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates accurate knowledge of critical Lab values and their normal ranges. Reports and documents appropriately.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates ability to verify correct lead telemetry placement. Validates telemetry strips every 4 hours and PRN. Documents appropriately.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipates in assessing and meeting patient and family education needs.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProvides complete patient report to oncoming RN, ensures documentation is complete, physician orders are signed off, and patient rooms are in order.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECommunicates pertinent information to RN, physician, and patients as needed.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAdheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean and wears appropriate identification while on duty.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECompletes annual health, safety, and education requirements. Maintains professional growth and development.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMaintains confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAttends all mandatory in-services and staff meetings.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERepresents the organization in a positive and professional manner.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EComplies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECommunicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMaintains current licensure/certification for position, if applicable.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates Guest Relation’s skills to patients, physicians, visitors, employees, and any other individuals with whom they may come in contact.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFollows departmental and hospital Health, Safety, Security, Hazardous Materials policies and procedures.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EKnowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EKnowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EBasic computer knowledge.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EOrganize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and function under stressful situations.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMaintain good working relationship with co-workers.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMust read, write and speak fluent English.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMust have good and regular attendance.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EApproximate percent of time required to travel: 0%%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerforms other related duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E
Education
- Graduate from an accredited Registered Nursing program.
Licenses/Certifications
- Health Services\RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Upon Hire Required
- Health Services\BCLS - Basic Life Support Facility-Specified Required
- Health Services\ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Facility-Specified Required
Experience
- Minimum one year training and experience in Critical Care.
- Able to communicate effectively in English- both written and verbal