SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides direct patient care.

• Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

• Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

• Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

• Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

• Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

• Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

• Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

• Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

• Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
Exposed to patient care environment.
Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

COMPETENCIES:

Process Level I:

Wanding

Level II:

Personal Belongings confiscated, itemized and secured
Intake process
Processing patients before going into unit
Wanding
Paper scrubs
Hospital socks
Vital signs
Breathalyzer/Blood glucose if needed

Unit Safety:

Suicide precautions
Suicide risk assessment
Safety checks with patient location every 15 minutes
Limiting visitors
Initial and ongoing contraband checks/Environmental checks every 2 hours
Education
D-pod Net Learning Modules
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training
Competency Testing – Wanding, Safety/Environmental Rounds
BLS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.

Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Receive their NIHSS Certification within 3 months of hire 8 hours of continuing stroke education required annually.

UNIT SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of RI. BSN preferred. Certified Wound Nurse preferred (American Board of Wound Management certification preferred, Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) preferred or Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse (CWOCN) preferred.

Minimum two years clinical experience in medical surgical nursing, ambulatory or surgical services in a hospital setting

Previous high volume clinic experience in an outpatient setting preferred

Positive, caring and customer-service-oriented attitude

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status. Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients. Exposed to patient care environment. Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

UNIT SPECIFIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have full range of body motion. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and color vision. Must be able to speak and hear clearly. Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, lean, and squat for long periods of time without hindrance. Must be able to maintain dexterity when pulling, pushing, and gripping carts and stretchers. Must be physically able to perform CPR. Must perform all physical job duties accurately in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruption.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

COMPETENCIES:

Process Level I:

Wanding

Level II:

Personal Belongings confiscated, itemized and secured
Intake process
Processing patients before going into unit
Wanding
Paper scrubs
Hospital socks
Vital signs
Breathalyzer/Blood glucose if needed

Unit Safety:

Suicide precautions
Suicide risk assessment
Safety checks with patient location every 15 minutes
Limiting visitors
Initial and ongoing contraband checks/Environmental checks every 2 hours
Education
D-pod Net Learning Modules
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training
Competency Testing – Wanding, Safety/Environmental Rounds
BLS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.

Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Receive their NIHSS Certification within 3 months of hire 8 hours of continuing stroke education required annually.

UNIT SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of RI. BSN preferred. Certified Wound Nurse preferred (American Board of Wound Management certification preferred, Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) preferred or Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse (CWOCN) preferred.

Minimum two years clinical experience in medical surgical nursing, ambulatory or surgical services in a hospital setting

Previous high volume clinic experience in an outpatient setting preferred

Positive, caring and customer-service-oriented attitude

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status. Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients. Exposed to patient care environment. Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

UNIT SPECIFIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have full range of body motion. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and color vision. Must be able to speak and hear clearly. Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, lean, and squat for long periods of time without hindrance. Must be able to maintain dexterity when pulling, pushing, and gripping carts and stretchers. Must be physically able to perform CPR. Must perform all physical job duties accurately in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruption.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care. Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel. Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement. Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning. Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities. Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care. Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate. Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations. Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

Competencies:

Nurses who are able to show care and compassion for a wide pediatric age range and cultural backgrounds. The ED nurse should be able to determine priority of care based on physical, psychological and social needs as well as factors influencing patient flow through the emergency care system.

The ED Nurse should be able to care for patients on cardiac monitors, patients who present with respiratory issues, life threatening medial issues and traumatic injuries.

The ED nurse should have the ability to perform focused assessment of chief complaints of each patient in a timely manner. The registered nurse will be able to care for the patient from arrival to admission or facilitate timely discharges. /

Job Requirements: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of RI.

BSN preferred Certified Wound Nurse preferred (American Board of Wound Management certification preferred, Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) preferred or Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse (CWOCN) preferred. Minimum two years clinical experience in medical surgical nursing, ambulatory or surgical services in a hospital setting. Previous high volume clinic experience in an outpatient setting preferred. Positive, caring and customer-service-oriented attitude

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred. Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status. Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients. Exposed to patient care environment. Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

UNIT SPECIFIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have full range of body motion. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and color vision. Must be able to speak and hear clearly. Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, lean, and squat for long periods of time without hindrance. Must be able to maintain dexterity when pulling, pushing, and gripping carts and stretchers. Must be physically able to perform CPR. Must perform all physical job duties accurately in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruption.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides direct patient care.
• Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
• Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
• Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
• Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.
• Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
• Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
• Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.Exposed to patient care environment.Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Pay Range:

$35.56-$59.99

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

36 hour nights/3 12's/every other weekend and every other holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

Summary:
Reports to the Manager or Director of Case Management. Provides coordinated care support to facilitate and expedite patient care services. Participates in daily rounds and collaborates with the clinical healthcare team across the patient care continuum to include preadmission and post hospital discharge. As a member of that team, shares responsibility for the implementation of the discharge plan; ensures efficient and effective delivery of patient care services through the appropriate utilization of healthcare resources. Full time, part time per diem and job share schedules available.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities:
Partners with medical staff and other members of the healthcare team in collaboration with the patient/family to facilitate the plan of care for a defined patient population across the continuum of care. Identifies a high-risk patient population within the caseload for care management assessment screening and targets interventions in conjunction with the healthcare team within one business day of patient admission
Participates in daily care rounds to collaborate with members of the patient 's healthcare team as well as to evaluate and facilitate development and implementation of the discharge planning process. Develops the initial patient discharge plan and reviews with patient, family members and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Reassesses the discharge plan daily during collaborative care rounds.
Proactively builds post hospital referrals and sends to the Transition Care Coordinator when indicated to facilitate timely discharge.
Delivers Important Message follow-up notices to all Medicare patients according to CMS regulations. Follows CMS and DOH regulations in relationship to discharge guidelines and patient rights.
Coordinates the length of stay with the physician care team and patient. Ensures team is informed of insurance qualifiers that may affect the discharge plan. Discuss approaching discharge readiness of patients. Identify and assess readmitted patients and complex patients in collaboration with members of the healthcare team to coordinate discharge.
Advocates for the patient and advises the patient regarding financial implications of their discharge plan when coordinating care for the patient. Communicates the discharge plan, including post facilitygency acceptance, to patients, families and all members of the care team.
Documents final discharge disposition in progress notes. Develops appropriate patient care reports to ensure safe patient handovers occur as a patient is transferred from one patient care area to the next. Provides care plan direction for the advancement of a patient care delivery system which supports managed care strategies and decreases readmission risk.
Acts as a change agent by identifying opportunities to improve patient flow and reduce service delays through problem resolution and follow-up.
Demonstrates a fundamental grounding in nursing theory and practice with a clinical background within a defined content area. Remains current on the latest concepts techniques and methods relative to his/her service.
Demonstrates knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations.
Reviews and acts as a change agent by identifying opportunities to improve patient flow and identifies and reduces service delays through problem resolution and follow-up. Identifies and tracks service and discharge patient delays.
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities as requested: i.e. OpX teams weekly long LOS reviews interdisciplinary rounds readmission reviews. Participates in Orienting of New staff as requested.
Participates in ongoing education-related professional activities and affiliations to maintain an advanced level of knowledge of patient care services third party payer and managed care requirements and case management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
Graduate of a School of Nursing with current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Bachelor 's Degree Required

Certification in Case Management by a nationally recognized organization preferred.
AHA BLS Provider Required.
EXPERIENCE:
Three years of clinical experience with recent experience in case management, community case management, patient navigation, or discharge planning is strongly preferred.
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are required to provide guidance to and communicate daily with healthcare professionals, patients and families.
Must exhibit a collaborative approach and method of communication to interact successfully on as daily basis with a wide and diverse population of both health care providers insurers patients and their families.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software including email and Outlook calendar and have basic keyboarding skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
General hospital environment with occasional stressful conditions associated with patient care. Risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens and disease is minimized and controlled by adherence to Hospital Infection Control policy and procedures.
Must be able to make hospital rounds through various patient care areas either by walking or through some other mobile means. Visual acuity and finger dexterity is needed to review and carry medical records navigate through automated system screens and type on a typical computer terminal keyboard. Lifting of up to 10 lbs. may be necessary to transport items from one care unit to the next.
INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Responds to individual patient-care situations demonstrating knowledge and skills acquired through education certification and work experience.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides direct patient care.Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.Receive their NIHSS Certification within 3 months of hire 8 hours of continuing stroke education required annually.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.Exposed to patient care environment.Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Pay Range:

$35.56-$59.99

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

every other weekend, every other holiday, 7p-7a

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.

Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
Exposed to patient care environment.
Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, but according to established policies and procedures, performs variety of non-medical duties in support of Surgical Services. Such activities include, but are not limited to, transporting patients to and from Operating Room; picking up and/or delivering supplies, materials, specimens, cultures and the like. Assists in preoperative scrubs; assists in lifting, positioning and supporting patients. Cleans and prepares equipment utilized in surgical procedures; prepares material for sterilization. Assists in cleaning and maintaining the operating rooms. Assembles charge form packets.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Transports patients to and from the surgical suite. Reviews preoperative patient charts in order to ensure that all forms are signed and that all tests are completed; informs appropriate nursing personnel of discrepancy.
Assists in surgical room preparation by ensuring basic supplies are available such as blankets, solutions, and syringes. Cleans furniture and equipment between cases. Obtains necessary supplies and equipment required for specific procedure.
Assists in prepping patients for surgery; assists with preoperative scrubs; lifts and moves and positions patients, supports and holds patients for spinal anesthesia injection and the like.
Routinely inventories, requisitions, receives and stocks supplies in established areas, including sterile linen, instruments, scrub clothes and the like in order to ensure availability to meet anticipated needs.
Picks up supplies and materials for Surgical Services from various areas of the Hospital such as pharmaceuticals, blood and plasma, as well as routine supplies required by the department. Delivers cultures and surgery specimens to designated areas of the Hospital for analysis as appropriate.
Assists in general cleaning and maintenance of the Operating Room such as washing equipment, sorting and stocking supplies, cleaning room, washing stretchers and changing light bulbs and the like.
Cleans, dries, packages and seals a variety of supplies and material to be sterilized, such as washing, assembling and wrapping basin sets for sterilization. Occasionally operates steam/water pressure sterilizers in order to clean and sterilize items.
Assembles patient record packs of charge slips, appropriate for specific surgical procedure, to be completed by others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Ability to recognized changes in patient's condition and report such to nursing personnel.
Ability to perform simple numerical calculations in order to calculate and requisition supplies.
Knowledge of aseptic techniques in order to ensure proper cleaning of rooms, equipment and materials.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
Ability to read, write and understand English, with ability to perform simple numerical calculations.
EXPERIENCE:
One to three months’ on-the-job training and experience.
br /WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical abilities to transport patients throughout the Hospital, to assist in lifting and positioning patients and to clean and set up equipment.
Works in the Operating Room area and is exposed to odors, bodily fluids, etc. when assisting with patients.
Required to work for extended periods in standing position when assisting with preoperative procedures.
Some exposure to chemical fumes and infectious disease when cleaning equipment and rooms.
Frequent standing, walking, lifting and carrying in order to clean equipment and replenish supplies, transport patients and materials and stock areas.
Hazards of injury are minimized by adherence to established safety precautions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Birthing Center

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences

Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions. Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care. Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes.

Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms. Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care, accordingly, including documentation.The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures.Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes.Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment. Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives.

Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, associate’s degree in nursing required, Baccalaureate in nursing preferred. Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association) Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process

EXPERIENCE:

Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty unit, general nursing experience appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged standing and walking Exposure to all patient elements Repeated bending, squatting, lifting, and stooping

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

:None.

Pay Range:

$35.70-$71.40

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

7a-7p

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reports to the Clinical Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the healthcare team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.

• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.

• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).

• Reports abnormal findings to the RN

• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.

• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.

• Collects tests, records, and reports of selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.

• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiograms (EKGs). Reports findings to Registered Nurse.

• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.

• Records selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.

• Maintains patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.

• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.

• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.

• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.

• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.

• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.

• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.

• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the appropriate person.

• Utilizes side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of Newport Hospital.

• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.

• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs.

• Copies charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to hospital guidelines. Files and scans report in charts accurately and maintains medical record. Faxes chart documents for admitted patients to appropriate unit.

• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.

• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately, to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.

• Accurately uses all existing computer systems , including the Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.

• Arranges for necessary equipment delivery as needed.

• Follows up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents in the computer, including any patient specific need, such as “NPO “status.

• Orders office and clinical supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies.

• Faxes completed “Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information” form to other health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient’s record. Faxes other forms as needed.

• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net Learning website.

• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.

• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.

• Adheres to established NPH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines).

• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.

• Coordinate Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when indicated. Files copies in medical record.

• Obtains copies of medical records as indicated.

• Understands and can perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.

• Current Rhode Island registration as a Nursing Assistant.

• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communications skills.

• Able to multi-task to perform a variety of complex duties.

• Basic computer skills required.

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

• Read, write legibly, and speak English.

• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Daily Hours: 

Driving Required:

SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Transplant Administrator, the Living Donor Outreach Specialist serves as the primary community-facing representative for the Living Donor Program. This role is responsible for expanding awareness of living kidney donation, increasing referral volume, and strengthening relationships with community partners, patients, and referring providers.

The role also supports donor engagement and navigation throughout the evaluation process, ensuring a responsive, informed, and patient-centered experience from initial inquiry through donation.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Community Outreach & Program Growth

• Conduct outreach to increase awareness of living kidney donation.
• Deliver presentations to community groups, dialysis centers, patients, and providers.
• Represent the program at health fairs and outreach events.
• Build and maintain referral networks and partnerships.
• Support marketing and digital outreach efforts.
• Promote donor advocacy and engagement initiatives.
• Identify barriers and opportunities to improve donation access.

Donor Engagement & Navigation

• Support donor follow-up and communication throughout the evaluation process.
• Assist with donor education materials  (in-person, virtual, off-site)
• Guide donors through evaluation appointments and clinic flow.
• Ensure a supportive and patient-centered donor experience.

Coordination, Scheduling & Administration

• Manage referrals and maintain donor tracking systems.
• Schedule evaluations, follow-ups, and testing (CT, GTT, ABPM, fast-track, same-day visits)
• Obtain and organize medical records (PMH) and donor documentation.
• Prepare charts, packets, binders, and pre-op materials.
• Track labs, crossmatches (XMs), and required testing completion.
• Maintain donor databases (Excel or similar systems)
• Support committee meetings, documentation, billing tasks, and correspondence.

Data, Quality & Program Support

• Track referrals, outreach activity, and conversion metrics.
• Support quality improvement and program development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate reporting and donor tracking systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, communications, public health, or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in healthcare coordination, outreach, or patient engagement preferred
• Strong communication, presentation, and people skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Ability to manage both field outreach and administrative responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Pay Range:

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Daily Hours: 

Driving Required:

SUMMARY:

Turner 2-Medical Surgical

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions. Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care. Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms. Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care, accordingly, including documentation.

The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures. Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes. Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment. Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives.

Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required.May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, associate’s degree in nursing required, Baccalaureate in nursing preferred. Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association)Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty unit, general nursing experience appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged standing and walking Exposure to all patient elements Repeated bending, squatting, lifting, and stooping

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Daily Hours: 

Driving Required:

SUMMARY:
Reports to the Clinical Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the healthcare team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.

• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.

• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).

• Reports abnormal findings to the RN

• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.

• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.

• Collects tests, records, and reports of selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.

• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiograms (EKGs). Reports findings to Registered Nurse.

• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.

• Records selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.

• Maintains patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.

• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.

• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.

• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.

• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.

• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.

• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.

• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the appropriate person.

• Utilizes side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of Newport Hospital.

• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.

• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs.

• Copies charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to hospital guidelines. Files and scans report in charts accurately and maintains medical record. Faxes chart documents for admitted patients to appropriate unit.

• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.

• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately, to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.

• Accurately uses all existing computer systems , including the Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.

• Arranges for necessary equipment delivery as needed.

• Follows up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents in the computer, including any patient specific need, such as “NPO “status.

• Orders office and clinical supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies.

• Faxes completed “Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information” form to other health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient’s record. Faxes other forms as needed.

• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net Learning website.

• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.

• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.

• Adheres to established NPH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines).

• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.

• Coordinate Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when indicated. Files copies in medical record.

• Obtains copies of medical records as indicated.

• Understands and can perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.

• Current Rhode Island registration as a Nursing Assistant.

• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communications skills.

• Able to multi-task to perform a variety of complex duties.

• Basic computer skills required.

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

• Read, write legibly, and speak English.

• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Daily Hours: 

Driving Required:

SUMMARY:
Reports to the Clinical Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the healthcare team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.

• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.

• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).

• Reports abnormal findings to the RN

• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.

• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.

• Collects tests, records, and reports of selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.

• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiograms (EKGs). Reports findings to Registered Nurse.

• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.

• Records selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.

• Maintains patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.

• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.

• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.

• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.

• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.

• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.

• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.

• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the appropriate person.

• Utilizes side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of Newport Hospital.

• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.

• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs.

• Copies charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to hospital guidelines. Files and scans report in charts accurately and maintains medical record. Faxes chart documents for admitted patients to appropriate unit.

• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.

• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately, to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.

• Accurately uses all existing computer systems , including the Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.

• Arranges for necessary equipment delivery as needed.

• Follows up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents in the computer, including any patient specific need, such as “NPO “status.

• Orders office and clinical supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies.

• Faxes completed “Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information” form to other health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient’s record. Faxes other forms as needed.

• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net Learning website.

• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.

• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.

• Adheres to established NPH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines).

• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.

• Coordinate Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when indicated. Files copies in medical record.

• Obtains copies of medical records as indicated.

• Understands and can perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.

• Current Rhode Island registration as a Nursing Assistant.

• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communications skills.

• Able to multi-task to perform a variety of complex duties.

• Basic computer skills required.

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

• Read, write legibly, and speak English.

• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Daily Hours: 

Driving Required:

SUMMARY:

Reports to clinical manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the Health care team. Brown University Health employee are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.  In addition to our values all employees are expected to demonstrate the core success factors which tell us how we work and collaborate.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health is actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve.

Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health’s mission of "Delivering health with care" and successfully role model Brown University Health’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Brown University Health Competencies which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Brown University Health Competencies include:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Assigned to any area within the emergency department.

• Collaborates with the registered nurse to set priorities and organize work.
• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible registered nurse.
• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharge of patients.
• Collects tests, records and reports selected specimen data. Reports findings to registered nurse.
• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiogram (EKG). Reports findings to registered nurse.
• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.
• Records selected procedures for which she/he is responsible.
• Maintains patient and family confidentially according to established hospital standards.
• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.
• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the registered nurse.
• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Identifies cardiopulmonary arrest and initiates CPR.
• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.
• Reviews fire, disaster and infection control in manual.
• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.
• Reports unsafe situations to the registered nurse or to the clinical manager.
• Lifts correctly to avoid harm to self. Utilizes assistive devices when available.
• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.
• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to appropriate person.
• Adheres to fall precaution protocol.
• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow.

• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs. Files reports in charts accurately and maintains medical record.
• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.
• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.
• Accurately uses all existing computer systems and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.
• Faxes completed authorization for use of protected health information form to other health care providers, receives faxed information and files in the patient's records. Faxes forms as needed.
• Manages multiple tasks and changes rapidly one task to another when necessary.
• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net learning web site.
• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.
• Utilizes computer skills to meet department needs.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the clinical manager.
• Adheres to established RIH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA and confidentiality guidelines).
• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.
• Performs all aspects of the Secretary role accurately, including but not restricted to, patient types of codes, discharge dispositions codes, observation and inpatient status, patient services charges, calls consults when indicated, updates dietary rounds reports.
• Understands ands is able to perform appropriate IS downtime procedures.
• Effectively prepares rooms, and patients for physicians and nurses. Provides precise technical skills in performing the following tasks: EKG’s, pulse oximetry, phlebotomy, minor non-sterile dressings, finger sticks, etc.
• Provides assistance to physicians and nurses on the following procedures: set up for suture placement/removal, large or complicated dressing changes, line placement, endoscopic procedures, bone marrow, lumbar puncture, biopsies, NG tube insertions, etc.
• Assists in position/holding patients for invasive procedures such as lumbar puncture and bone marrow.
• Complete vital signs per hospital policy or as ordered by physician/RN request
• Document patient’s reported pain using appropriate pain scale
• Refers to registered nurse or physician all patients with medical issues and handles/refers non-medical needs.
• Works effectively during downtimes to keep work flowing.
• Collects, labels and documents patient belongings and secures belongings appropriately.
• Utilizes sound judgement to recognize level of urgency and responds appropriately.
• Handles potentially critical situations with speed and sensitivity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.
• Current Rhode Island registrations as a certified Nursing Assistant or Graduate of a Medical assistant training program (9 months or longer; curriculum most includes sterile conscience sepsis).
• Certified in basic cardiac life support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each strep of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to multi-task in order to perform a variety of complex duties.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Read, write legibly and speak English.
• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIORNMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

• Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

• Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

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Driving Required:

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SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, the Behavioral Health Attendant (BHA) provides direct, non-clinical support to patients requiring direct or indirect observations and who may be experiencing mental health and behavioral challenges. BHAs collaborate with clinical staff to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment while upholding patient dignity and adhering to Brown University Health care values.  

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health   employees are expected successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another

Receives report on assigned patient before assuming responsibility of observations.

Conduct continuous or intermittent patient observation as assigned.

Reports changes in patient condition to nursing or clinical staff promptly.

Monitor and document patient behavior, mood, and activity in accordance with established protocols.

Maintain patient focus at all times, free from distractions.

Assists patients with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and mobility, as needed based upon report and direction received by registered nurse.

Actively engages with assigned patient(s) throughout shift in a compassionate and respectful manner while providing interaction and recreational activities in accordance with training provided.

De-escalate situations using approved verbal intervention techniques to promote patient and staff safety.

Obtains initial certification and annual re-certification in system/facility approved de-escalation and restraint course with no restrictions for those working in behavioral health and emergency departments, BLS, and training in safe patient handling per facility guidelines. Must be able to perform physical aspects of the position which may include lifting, turning, and physical care/movement of patients from a sitting, standing or kneeling position.

Attends staff development, supervision, and staff meetings as assigned.  

Ensure the care area is free of hazards and complies with safety guidelines, and assist with the maintenance of clean and orderly patient care spaces 

Observes patient rights, Maintains confidentiality of patient information,

Maintains patient privacy.

Follows hospital policy and procedures regarding patient and staff safety practices.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

High School graduate or its equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience in direct patient care and/or patient observations, or completion of one (1) year of progressive education in a human services-related field (e.g., psychology, nursing, social work, health sciences) is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Participates in patient care, activities of daily living, and physical management of patients according to training.  

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Work alongside clinical staff; including nurses, social workers, therapists, and physicians to achieve treatment goals.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Clinic Administrator or Physician, and according to established procedures, provides care to patients and families. Responsible and accountable for the care provided regardless of whether it is provided solely by said nurse or if by the nurse and others under his/her supervision. Implements and coordinates the steps of the nursing process, involves the patient in decision making relative to care and is responsible for making nursing care judgements and acting upon them. Collaborates with Physicians in the management of prescribed medical plan of care. Involves implementation of the physician prescribed regimen, evaluations of patient response to the regimen and communication to the Physician of changes in the patient’s status. Functions under protocol which extend responsibilities for medical management activities. Coordinates the patient plan of care with nurses, Physicians and other member s of the Health Team and agencies within the community, to provide an integrated and comprehensive approach to care delivery. Responsible for participating in educational, quality assurance and research activities. Additionally, the Registered Nurse acts as a consultant, sharing his/her clinical expertise and knowledge with other health care providers and members of the community. Performs clinical management functions specifically delegated by the Clinical Manager. The nurse participates in organizational planning and decision making which affects patient care and Ambulatory Service operations. The Registered Nurse also participates in related nursing, medical and hospital committee activities. Practices within the framework of the philosophy, objectives, policies procedures and standards of the Hospital and his/her specific Ambulatory Service.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
• Responsible to the Clinical Manager, meets and maintains competence as defined by the clinical service experience and credential requirements, provides nursing care to patients.
• Implements and coordinates the steps of the nursing process assessment, diagnosis, goal setting, prescription, intervention and evaluation.
• Delegates, supervises and coordinates nursing care activities provided by personnel assigned to assist in the provision of nursing care, such as but not limited to Licensed Practical Nurses, Nurses Assistants, Orderlies, and Technicians.
• Implements the prescribed medical regimen, evaluates the patient response to the regimen and advises the physician of changes in the patient’s condition.Performs extended functions in accordance with written Rhode Island Hospital protocols and policies.
• Participates in clinic and departmental level collaborative activities such as but not limited to joint case presentations, grand rounds.
• Collaborates on a continuous basis with the patient, family, Physician, nurses and other health team members to integrate, evaluate and ensure continuity of the plan of care.
• Identifies with and makes referrals to health team resources within the hospital and the community and serves as a consultant to others.
• Provides, coordinates and documents teaching for patients and families related to management of the health problem, health promotion and rehabilitation.
• Seeks out and participates in activities leading to self-growth and professional development.
• Updates knowledge of professional, medical and technological developments and participates in the incorporation of these into clinical nursing practice.
• Participates in educational activities commensurate with learning needs and individual ability such as but not limited to conference, seminars and orientation of new staff.
• Works with facility members of affiliated nursing educational programs to integrate clinical proactive for students within the plan patient care management.
• Participates in clinic and departmental quality assurance activities such as but not limited to monitoring and evaluation of care, validation of nursing and ambulatory standards, policies and procedures.
• Participates in related clinical and operational research activities.
• Assumes charge position responsibilities for the clinic as delegated.
• Participates with the Ambulatory Clinical Manager in performance appraisals.Participates on committees and in other organizational activities involving professional practice and patient care standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Exposed to ambulatory patient care environment which includes exposure to communicable diseases, however adherence to infection control policies and procedures minimizes chance of illness or injury.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

Pay Range:

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-Saturday 8A-6P as scheduled

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.
Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

ONS Chemotherapy provider card within 6- 12 months required.
Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
Exposed to patient care environment.
Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.
Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

ONS Chemotherapy provider card within 6- 12 months required.
Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
Exposed to patient care environment.
Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides direct patient care.
• Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
• Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
• Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
• Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.
• Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
• Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
• Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred. Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status. Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients. Exposed to patient care environment. Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.

Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
Exposed to patient care environment.
Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.
Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

ONS Chemotherapy provider card within 6- 12 months required.
Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
Exposed to patient care environment.
Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.
Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

ONS Chemotherapy provider card within 6- 12 months required.
Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
Exposed to patient care environment.
Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union:

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.
Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.
Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
Exposed to patient care environment.
Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

Pay Range: 

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Work Type:

Work Shift:

Driving Required:

Union: