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Providence St. Joseph Health RN - Pain Services in Seattle, Washington
Description RN - Pain Services @ Swedish First Hill Per Diem Day Shift 8 Hour Shifts The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care adapted to individual patient needs based on the nursing process, which includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. He or she is also responsible for delegation and supervision of personnel, as states above, that participate in the provision of care to ensure that patient needs and expected outcomes are met. Providence nurses are not simply valued - they're invaluable. You will thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best nurses, we must empower them. Learn why nurses choose to work at Providence by visiting our Nursing Institute page. Collects pertinent assessment data that includes present condition, past history, physical, spiritual and psychosocial information utilizing input from patient, significant other, and/or healthcare team members as applicable. Interprets data to identify the patient's needs and potential problems. Develops, reviews, and revises an individualized care plan within the time frame identified in documentation standards. Establishes expected outcomes that are measurable and achievable. Evaluates patient's response to care and initiates independent and/or collaborative changes where appropriate. Documents changes in condition and interventions. Utilizes nursing process to incorporate teaching into delivery of patient care. Documents teaching and learning. Utilizes the nursing process to prepare for discharge/transfer, beginning with admission and continuing throughout hospitalization. Document the discharge/transfer process. Delivers patient care based on pathophysiology and nursing principles. Performs technical skills with accuracy and efficiency. Establishes and adjusts priorities based on patient acuity and changing clinical situations. Recognizes the patient's age as a relevant factor and applies appropriate decision-making skills in the assessment, treatment, and care provided for the patient. Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians and coworkers. Is a patient advocate. Utilizes resources effectively. Participates in interdisciplinary rounds. Documents complete and accurate information on all appropriate chart forms. Reports to oncoming shift in a concise, accurate and relevant manner utilizing the care plan. Required Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited nursing program. Washington Registered Nurse License upon hire National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire 1 year Nursing experience in pain services. Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve. Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, hear