RN/Registered Nurse ER

Grafton City Hospital is a rural hospital with vision, diversity, stability, and a future.
A strong contributor to the county's economic status as it is one of the largest employers in Taylor County.
At GCH, we have one simple mission:
we are committed to the promotion of wellness and to the provision of comprehensive healthcare for our community with respect to all people.
Grafton is located in the heart of northern West Virginia.
Nestled inside of Taylor County, Grafton, the county seat, is centrally located less than 30 miles from Morgantown, Bridgeport and Fairmont, WV.
Our 150 plus dedicated and caring employees are encouraged to employ their talents and abilities to solve any challenge faced by our patients and the surrounding community.

While many hospitals, especially rural hospitals, are closing because of ever declining reimbursement for the services they provide, Grafton City Hospital continues to get stronger by operating more efficiently and providing excellent healthcare to our community.

Job Summary:


Responsible for the direct and indirect total nursing care of the patient, using nursing processes collaboratively with other health care providers.
Participates in quality improvement, unit operations, policy formation and staff development.
Promotes and provides education for the patient, family, peers and community.
Anticipates and acts to maintain a safe environment for the patient and others.
Maintains a courteous and professional manner in dealing with patients, visitors, medical staff, fellow employees, and students.
Implements clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with existing hospital policies and procedures.
Use nursing processes throughout the patient's stay to meet physical and psychosocial needs and participate with the patient and family on ethical issues/concerns.
Accurately assess a patient's physical and emotional needs and provides appropriate interventions.
Communicates and acts as liaison between the patient, family, and physician in response to confidentiality and dignity.
Participates in teaching patients and/or family about their illness and medication when appropriate.
Communicates clearly and appropriately with others in the hospital environment, coordinating the needs of nursing with those supporting departments and assists in solving problems related to the welfare of patients and staff.
Deals effectively with expressions of anger, hostility from others.
Applies good critical intervention skills.
Ensures appropriate control flow of patient traffic.
Demonstrates understanding of department and hospital quality assessment/improvement programs.
Participates appropriately in department quality assurance /improvement processes.
Interviews and assesses patient and/or family to obtain required information; using professional judgment to determine a plan of patient care to meet patient needs.
Observes symptoms and patient's physical and emotional reaction to procedure(s) or treatment.
Reviews and updates plan of care daily using ongoing observation and assessment to determine priorities.
Maintains a complete, concise record of hospital stay by:
charting concisely and legibly, correctly using flow sheets, reflecting a plan of care and nursing process, and charting interventions that indicate the ability to set priorities.
Documents patient assessments, history, treatment and response;and condition at time of discharge or transfer.
Develops a comprehensive discharge plan and sets goals for discharge on an individual basis.
Safely performs venipuncture and administers medication by all routes.
Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
In emergency situations, i.e.
Code Blue, makes accurate assessments and decisions, ensuring intervention is prompt and appropriate.
Identifies subtle changes and abnormal vital signs via frequent patient reassessment.
Documents, reports and implement interventions.
Demonstrates understanding of and adheres to Department's and Hospital Infection Control policies.
Ensures that physician orders are implemented promptly and accurately.
Continually evaluates current nursing practice and patient care delivery models to improve the quality and efficiency of patient care.
Demonstrates understanding the medical plan of care and ensures that physician orders are implemented promptly and accurately
Applies professional judgment in facilitating group consensus and decision-making
In relation to area, knows location and correct use of equipment.
Demonstrate flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume, staff and scheduling needs.
Works collaboratively with co-workers to provide self-scheduling that reflects fairness and appropriate unit coverage.
Assists and/or manages direct and indirect care.
Ensures response to patient needs is prompt and interventions timely.
Exhibits dependability as evidenced by reliable attendance in accordance with hospital policy
Influence changes in selected areas relative to the RN role, identifying opportunities for change and being a role model for establishing receptivity for change.
Attends department staff meetings and assigned committee forums.
Participates in mandatory and recommended service training
Follows all policy relative to maintenance of privacy, safety protocols, complaint resolution, respectful workplace, etc.

Educational Requirements and Certifications
• Graduate of an approved program of practical nursing.
• Current West Virginia State Nursing license is required.
• Must possess CPR certification.
• BLS Certification within the orientation period.

Experience
• One-year experience in an urgent care clinic, emergency dept., or medical office setting, is preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience required.
• Authorizations and referral experience is required.
• Patient scheduling knowledge is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general theory and practice
• Ability to work and deal effectively with others.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and adapt to each provider.
• Experience using EHR
• Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with co-workers.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.