Registered Nurse (RN) - DOU - Direct Observation Unit - $31-52 per hour
Company: Banner Health
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Banner Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) DOU - Direct
Observation Unit for a nursing job in Tucson, Arizona. Job
Description & Requirements Specialty: DOU - Direct Observation Unit
Discipline: RN Duration: Ongoing Employment Type: Staff Primary
City/State: Tucson, Arizona Department Name: Perianesthesia -Hosp
Work Shift: Day Job Category: Nursing Additional Job Description
***Offering a $15,000 sign-on for external experienced Med Surg
RN's*** Banner Health has been recognized by Becker's Healthcare as
one of the 150 top places to work in health care. In addition, we
recently made Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023
for Diversity. These recognitions reflect Banner Health's
investment in team members' professional development, wellness
benefits, and continued education. It highlights our commitment to
advocating for diversity in the workplace, promoting work-life
balance, and boosting employee engagement. Nursing careers are
better at Banner Health. We are committed to developing the careers
of our team members. We care about you, your nursing career today
and your future. If you're looking to leverage your abilities -
apply today. - - We currently have a full-time opening in our Acute
Surgical Observation unit . In this role, you will be overseeing
patients that have completed a procedure, who need extended
observation. This is an opportunity to join our PreOP PACU team and
grow your critical care skills! Shift Details: Monday - Saturday,
7am - 7:30pm, working 3/12's, with variable days off. No Sundays or
call required! See the Benefits Guide under the Total Rewards
section of this posting , to learn more about our great benefit
package! Take a virtual tour of a unit at Banner - University
Medical Center Tucson. - If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less
than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search
page, use the filters and under the "More" category, select New
Nurse Experience. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is
nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care,
teaching future health-care professionals and conducting
groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond
Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services
including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and
cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a
Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically
injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the
nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by
U.S. News & World Report. The academic medical center has earned
Magnet Recognition becoming the only hospital in southern Arizona
to meet the rigorous standards of the American Nurses Credentialing
Center's Magnet Recognition Program for nursing excellence. The
hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of
Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services
include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience
techniques and a multi-organ transplant program. Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY This position assesses, plans, implements,
evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with
organizational policies and in accordance with standards of
professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for
professional nursing practice and development. This position is
accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self
or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes
specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to
assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the
physical and developmental age of assigned patients. CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual,
educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs.
Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and
assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available
information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews
diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the
physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment
and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in
policy. 2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan,
utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team
input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs,
assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are
realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the
patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial,
spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the
plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the
multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to
reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient's
status. 3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care,
coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the
health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the
nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures,
standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates
appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of
care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel.
Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely
communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom
care is provided. 4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response
to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed.
Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in
collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates
patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching. 5.
Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in
the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in
accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective
data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment.
Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner. 6.
Provides care based on the best evidence available and may
participate in research activities within clinical practice.
Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and
participates in the education, role development, and orientation of
facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors.
Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring
when appropriate. 7. Contributes to society through activities that
lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective,
efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the
improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes.
Such activities may include participating in professional
organizations. 8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff
and work flow of the department. 9.Interacts with all levels of
staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families
and external contacts, such as employees of other health care
institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the
health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care
providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or
clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual
support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to
provide support for the human response of the patient and family to
changes in health status. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a
current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim
RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for
current state of practice. BLS certification is required.
Additional certification or continuing education may be required
based on area of practice. Relates throughout the interview process
the experience, training and education needed to perform the job.
Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is
desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies
appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through
annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions
require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital
setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting
within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty
area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions
require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a
physician practice or an acute care setting. In a Home Health
setting, team members must be able to operate personal vehicle and
possess a valid driver's license. Auto insurance coverage is also
required to be active and maintained. Employees working at Banner
Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, Banner Home
Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess an
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain
the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at
Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a
requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this
specific facility. Employees working in the Banner McKee Senior
Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit must possess an Colorado
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in any
Banner Staffing (BSS) Behavioral Health role in Arizona must
possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Our organization supports a
drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy Banner Health Job ID
#R4372492. Posted job title: registered nurse rn acute surgical
observation About Banner Health About Banner Health Banner Health
is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country
and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the
communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary
care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices
and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the
latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be
better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits
offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner journey unique and
fulfilling for every employee. Our Mission Banner's nonprofit
mission statement serves as the foundational language for our
organization. "Making health care easier, so life can be better."
This mission statement focuses everyone in the organization on a
singular purpose - excellent patient care. In addition, our mission
guides decision making, defines organizational behavior, set the
standards for our day-to-day work, and drives performance. Our
Diversity At Banner Health, we value and celebrate equity,
diversity and inclusion by promoting and cultivating a culturally
rich workforce honored to serve, support and provide services to
our diverse communities. We respect and value the various
backgrounds and differences among our team members that allows them
to be who they are. We believe leveraging these unique
perspectives, experiences and talents not only enhances our Banner
family, but supports our effectiveness and success as an
organization. With a strong focus on our talent, culture and
community, we provide opportunities internally and externally
through: --- Programs focusing on our talent pipeline. --- Team
Member Resource Groups that offer team member development,
community outreach, and resources for well-being. --- Diversity,
equity and inclusion education available through facilitator led
virtual platforms. --- Collaborating with community partners to
bring accurate health information and resources to our underserved
communities. --- Focusing on health disparities and social
determinants of health. Benefits Wellness and fitness programs
Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Health Care FSA
Discount program 401k retirement plan Health savings account
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