RN Advanced Care Unit Methodist
Peoria, IL - USA
Job Summary
Rapid assessment and interpretation of complex patient data. Makes evidence-based decisions under pressure while managing acute and chronic conditions.
Develops an individualized plan of care using a collaborative approach with the patient/family and health care team.
Uses appropriate interventions identified in the plan of care to achieve expected patient outcomes.
Systematically evaluates and documents patients progress toward expected outcomes/goals on an ongoing basis throughout the shift. Modifies plan of care based on evaluation and as needed based on changes in patient condition.
Completes required documentation as appropriate including patient chart and event reports.
Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.
Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical providers orders and hospital lab procedures/policies
Adapts teaching strategies based on patients response readiness to learn and level of comprehension.
Takes cultural age-specific gender and developmental factors into consideration when teaching patients about procedures illness hospital experience etc.
Ensures patient safety in the hospital environment by following policy/procedures and adhering to National Patient Safety Goals.
Utilizes SVI patient education system as a resource for patients and family members.
Assures that the care provided is consistent with standards of care evidence based practices national patient safety goals core measures and other quality initiatives undertaken by the unit/hospital
Participates in the implementation of Performance Improvement initiatives.
Promptly and efficiently follows up on patient/family requests/needs - anticipates patient/family needs.
Serves on unit based councils
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