ID Connect/Procedural Staff RN
CCU
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
The ID Connect/Procedural Staff RN Provides safe, high-quality nursing care with a focus on care coordination, critical care support, and bedside procedures. Serves as the clinical presenter for Infectious Disease consults and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate with Infectious Disease providers to facilitate new and follow-up consults, serving as the clinical presenter.
Collaborate with charge RN's and interdisciplinary team to assist with bedside procedures and recovery care, including but not limited to CVC and dialysis catheter placement, chest tube insertions, cardioversions, TEE, transvenous pacing, paracentesis/thoracentesis, and LHC/PCI recovery.
Provide direct nursing care and support for assigned patients, including medication administration, admissions, transfers, discharges, and accompaniment to diagnostic testing as needed.
Perform basic cardiac rhythm interpretation and assist with patient monitoring and management.
Assist with the care of deteriorating patients and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
Demonstrate proficiency with ultrasound-guided IV access, including Sonosite and PowerGlide insertions.
Assist physicians with invasive and non-invasive bedside procedures.
Accept and accurately transcribe physician orders and document pertinent patient information in the medical record.
Provide patient and family education related to care, procedures, and recovery.
Maintain knowledge of clinical equipment, procedures, and best practices to ensure safe, effective patient care.
Requirements
Current Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
Demonstrated clinical competence in providing direct patient care across the continuum.
Basic knowledge of cardiac rhythm interpretation and patient monitoring.
Ability to assist with invasive and non-invasive bedside procedures and recovery care.
Proficiency or ability to become proficient in ultrasound-guided IV access, including Sonosite and PowerGlide insertions.
Knowledge of and ability to safely operate clinical equipment and technology.
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to deteriorating patient conditions.
Competency in medication administration, admissions, transfers, discharges, documentation, and order transcription.
Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Obtain ACLS within six months and maintain
- LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.
Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.
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