Minimum Education
- Holds an active Registered Nurse license and is eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky.
- Current BLS certification.
Minimum experience
- Two years' experience as a Registered Nurse.
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Physical Requirements
Sitting - 16-31%
Walking - 16-31%
Standing - 16-31%
Bending/Squatting - 1-15%
Climbing/Kneeling - 1-15%
Twisting - 1-15%
OSHA Category
Minimal potential for direct exposures.
Visual and Hearing Requirements
Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.
Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.
Other Physical/Environmental Demands
Lifting - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance
Carrying - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance
Pulling - up to 100lbs
Pushing - up to 100lbs
LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES
Mission, Service, and Values
Supports the hospital Mission, Service and Values.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs patient assessments and direct nursing services as appropriate to specific age and ongoing assessments as necessary as well as home care needs.
- Explains philosophy, purpose, scope and role of hospice to patients/families.
- Prepares and implements treatment plan for patient and family, in collaboration with the patient and family and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Orders needed medication, supplies, and equipment.
- Instructs caregivers in the proper use of medication, supplies and equipment, and in the basic skills required to care for the patient in the home.
- Functions as a liaison between patient/family and other care providers of the interdisciplinary team.
- Takes call for Hospice as assigned by Hospice Coordinator.
- Supervises Hospice Certified Nurse Aides.
- Educates patient and/or caregiver on disease process and consults with physician as needed.
- Reviews, educates, and updates medications accurately and timely.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
T.J Pledge
I Will Show Compassion
- see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.
- recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health matters
- show kindness and compassion towards my customers at all times
- be sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customer
I Will Cooperate With Others
- maintain zero tolerance for abusive behavior
- listen and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistake
- never underestimate the power of an apology
- refrain from blame and judgment
- bring a sense of calm to stressful situations
I Will Collaborate With Others
- value myself and every coworker as an equal part of one GREAT team working together
- treat others in a way that I would like to be treated
- participate only in conversations that are courteous, respectful, and reflect positively on my teammates and T.J. Regional Health
- foster a calm and pleasant atmosphere, and refrain from gossip, rumors, and insults
- speak honestly, seek truth, and act with integrity towards my teammates
- value the uniqueness and expertise that each team member contributes to the whole
- meet the need of the moment, regardless of whether or not it is considered part of my job
I Will Communicate
-smile - at everyone
- always introduce myself, my role, and my purpose use body language, eye contact, and tone of voice that shows respect in every interaction
- follow the 10/5 rule: always acknowledging people at 10 feet away with a smile and always greeting people at 5 feet away
- escort any customer in need (visitors, patients) to their destination
I Will Adapt To Change
- be a part of the solution when I am presented with a challenge
- embrace change and set the example for those around me
- accept openly when there are changes that T.J. Regional and/or I have no control over
- manage the expectations of others by explaining duration and next steps as often as needed
I Will Be A Champion
- view myself as an owner of T.J. Regional Health and act accordingly
- take responsibility for the physical appearance of T.J. Regional Health, including my work area
- go out of my way to daily thank and compliment my customers and coworkers
- dare to make a difference and be exceptional
- constantly try to improve myself and T.J. Regional Health
- speak positively about T.J. Regional, while at work and in public places outside of work
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