Clinical Research Registered Nurse (RN) St. Francis Medical Center Richmond

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About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

PRIMARY FUNCTION/GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Delivers patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment identifies and determines the priority of patients problems/needs and evaluates the process and outcome of nursing care; coordinates provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment analyzes assessment data creates a plan of care implements treatment and evaluates treatment effectiveness; administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures; serves as point of contact for patients care coordination throughout hospital departments. Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department. Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery

• Provides focused assessment to evaluate patients and their support systems for real and potential health and safety issues educational needs and resource availability upon initial interaction throughout care and/or treatment and at times of transition in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Utilizes multiple means of communications including telephone triage in-person interaction and the use of current and future technologies.
• Facilitates patient access and progression through the Advanced Heart Failure Center.
• Provide education to staff patients and families as needs are identified.
• Provides clinical and administrative program support to the cardiologist (s) and Advanced Practice Clinicians APC (s)J associated with the Advanced Heart Failure Clinic industry sponsors as well as staff and patients.
• Maintains communication with referring clinicians

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• Associate of Nursing nursing
• 3-5 years cardiac surgery and/or cardiology step down or critical care experience as a Registered Nurse
• Experience within a physician practice setting.
• Working knowledge of medical record format and content of patient records.
• Ability to review records read physician documentation and verify patient identification.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with practice managers and other medical group staff/leadership.
• Work requires a high level of accuracy with the ability to concentrate on detailed information for extended periods of time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science Nursing

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Works closely with the Clinical Support Services team.
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The individual performing this job may anticipate possible contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies regarding infection control.
• Travel outside the office is required.
• Overnight travel on occasion to attend seminars and training.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May have periods of constant interruptions

SKILLS

• Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and future innovations
• Nursing judgment and skill based on principles of the biological physical behavioral and social sciences
• Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery
• Coordination of patient care delivery
• Evaluation of professional nursing practice to optimize goals and outcomes
• Health teaching and health promotion
• Patient advocacy and partnership
• Inter-professional collaboration and leadership
• Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies
• Compassionate relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness suffering pain and existence
• Integration of quality improvement evidence-based practices and research in practice
• Accountability for professional actions
• Effective stewardship of available resources
• Conflict management and resilience
• Authority for delegating activities to others while remaining responsible and accountable for outcomes

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate youre part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical dental vision prescription coverage HSA/FSA options life insurances mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off parental and FMLA leave shot- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .