Registered Nurse - UnityPlace Adult Psych
Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Peoria
Posted on: June 24, 2022
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse-UnityPlace - $10,000 Sign on Bonus -
ExperiencedMethodist Hospital-Adult PsychFull time - 32 Hours per
week, benefitted3rd shift 11pm-730 am, with every other weekend and
holiday scheduleAs a member of the interdisciplinary team,
contributes professional nursing knowledge and skills in the
provision and management of care to patients through the
application of the nursing process.About UnityPoint Health -
UnityPlace:UnityPoint Health - UnityPlace is proud to offer the
most comprehensive addiction and mental health services in the
Peoria, Illinois region to you and your family. UnityPlace was
formed by the joining of UnityPoint Health -, Human Service Center
and Tazwood Center for Wellness in April of 2019. UnityPlace is a
new non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the growing
behavioral health care needs of the community. Our compassionate
and committed treatment team is comprised of many experts from
psychiatry and addiction medicine.Our goal is to deliver
comprehensive behavioral healthcare to optimize the patient's
well-being.It is our privilege to partner with our patients on
their journey of healing.As a member of the UnityPlace Team, our
team members are eligible for a benefits package
including:MedicalDental Vision Retirement Paid Time OffAdditional
benefits are available, apply today to discuss our full benefits
package!Why UnityPoint Health?Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you
Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by
uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right
for the people we serve.Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards
program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and
education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no
matter what life stage you're in.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is
heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual
orientation.Development - We believe equipping you with support and
development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a
remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement - Be an
essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the
people and communities we serve.Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers
to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a
great place to work. https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org.Essential
Functions/Responsibilities:Essential functions are the duties and
responsibilities that are essential to the position (not a task
list). o not include if less than 5% of work time is spent on this
duty. Be specific without giving explicit instructions on how to
perform the task. Do not include duties that are to be performed in
the future. Duties should be action oriented and avoid vague or
general statements. % of Time(annually)CLINICAL EXCELLENCE FOCUS:
Promotes the use of evidence-based practice through the nursing
process, protocols and procedures. - score: N/A - Assesses
patient's status through interview, observation and physical
assessment of actual problems and outcomes - 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 patient's
progress toward expected outcomes/goals on an ongoing basis
throughout the shift - Modifies plan of care based on evaluation -
Completes required documentation as appropriate, including patient
chart and event reports - Demonstrates professional accountability
for own practice as evidenced through seeking resources and
continuing self-development - Demonstrates technical knowledge of
equipment and troubleshoots when problems arise - Acquires and
maintains current knowledge and skills in evidence-based nursing
practice - Promotes the professional development of self and team
members - Shares clinical knowledge through normal teaching and in
response to the learning needs of others - Demonstrates a practical
problem-solving approach to patient moving and handling issues (as
applicable) - Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff
safety through appropriate use of lift equipment (as applicable) -
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 provider's
orders and hospital lab procedures/policies.40%WORK ENVIRONMENT &
CULTURE FOCUS: Coordinates the interdisciplinary care of the
patient through collaboration with team members and utilizes
additional resources when necessary - score: N/A - Analyzes
clinical situations in a systematic way and acts to obtain
resources or correct problems to meet or exceed expected outcomes
or patient needs - Recognizes need for assistance and utilizes
resources, including physician and nurse to nurse (UAT)
consultation in a timely manner - Demonstrates ownership and
persistence to ensure problem is resolved in best way possible. -
Able to assume assignment of non-complex and some complex patient
management with some turnover in assignment - Consistently
prioritizes work based on changes in patient condition, changes in
assignment and unanticipated interruptions - Identifies and
utilizes team resources to solve identified problems or needs -
Collaborates with the health care team in the organization of tasks
and activities for the patient's care from admission to discharge
according to the plan of care and to meet identified expected
outcomes - Works with other team members in delegating tasks and
activities appropriately - Provides goal-focused shift report -
Advocates with physicians on patient's behalf when necessary -
Utilizes communication and teamwork strategies aimed at promoting
high team performance and achieving optimal patient outcomes and
unit productivity - Chooses an appropriate and meaningful
communication style when interacting with others: gives and accepts
constructive feedback to/from peers.30%PATIENT EDUCATION FOCUS:
Assesses and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the
patient's/family's age specific needs. - score: N/A - Adapts
teaching strategies based on patient's 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 -
Demonstrates a practical problem-solving approach to patient moving
and handling issues (as applicable) - Demonstrates skills to
promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift
equipment (as applicable) - Consults appropriate resources within
the hospital to provide specialized education - Utilizes SVI
patient education system as a resource for patients and family
members10%PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT FOCUS: Actively participates in
data collection, analysis, problem solving and gives input on
process improvements and patient satisfaction. - score: N/A -
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 - Works with interdisciplinary team in identifying
opportunities for improvement in patient care and patient/family
satisfaction - Actively promotes and achieves customer satisfaction
(patient, family, departments, physicians) - Participates in the
implementation of Performance Improvement initiatives - Promptly
and efficiently follows up on patient/family requests/needs -
anticipates patient/family needs - Encourages coworkers in
achieving excellent customer satisfaction; utilizes organizational
service excellence standards - Serves on unit-based councils -
Identifies practice problems on the unit - Implements changes in
own clinical practice based on literature and unit process
improvement outcomes - Works on assigned projects, data collection,
audits as assigned10%Basic UPH Performance Criteria - Demonstrates
the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as
adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines. -
Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with
regular, reliable attendance. - Employee maintains current licenses
and/or certifications required for the position. - Practices and
reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state
regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. - Completes all annual
education and competency requirements within the calendar year. -
Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements
for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and
Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or
concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of
hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns
reported by department staff related to compliance.10%Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
that required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and
activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without
notice.Demonstration of UPH Values and Standards of
BehaviorsConsistently demonstrates UnityPoint Health's values in
the performance of job duties and responsibilitiesFoster Unity: -
Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great
teams. - Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units
and regions. - Seek to understand and are open to diverse thoughts
and perspectives.Own The Moment: - Connect with each person
treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect -
Enthusiastically engage in our work. - Accountable for our
individual actions and our team performance. - Responsible for
solving problems regardless of the origin.Champion Excellence: -
Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality. - Have a
relentless focus on exceeding expectations. - Believe in sharing
our results, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our
successes.Seize Opportunities: - Embrace and promote innovation and
transformation. - Create partnerships that improve care delivery in
our communities. - Have the courage to challenge the status
quo.Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required
to perform the essential functions of this position.Preferred or
SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the
position.Education:Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Individuals hired after August 1, 2013 must obtain a BSN within 5
years of hire.Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)Experience:Previous
experience preferred.License(s)/Certification(s):Current licensure
in good standing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS)
certification within 60 days of hire/start date.If hired after
August 1, 2019 - must possess and maintain Crisis Prevention (CPI)
certification within 3 months of hire/start
date.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Advanced reading, writing skills
and basic oral skillsAbility to respond appropriately to
customer/co-worker. Interaction with a wide variety of people.
Maintain confidential information. Ability to communicate only the
facts to recipients or to decline to reveal information.Ability to
project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanor.Basic computer
knowledge: Uses word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail application,
and web browser. Comfortable within a Windows OS and learning new
applications.Other:Use of usual and customary equipment used to
perform essential functions of the position. Work may occasionally
require travel to other UPH facilities/hospitals.Required to drive
your own vehicle for business purposes.
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