JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
- Must possess a current Kentucky Registered Nurse license.
- Current BLS certification
Minimum Work Experience
- Minimum of three years experience in a health care facility
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Physicial Requirements
Sitting - 16-31%
Walking - 16-31%
Standing - 16-31%
Bending/Squatting - 1-15%
Climbing/Kneeling - 1-15%
Twisting - 1-15%
Visual and Hearing Requirements
Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.
Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.
Other Physical/Environmental Demands
Lifting - 0-50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance
Carrying - 0-50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance
Pulling - Up to 100 lbs
Pushing - Up to 100 lbs
LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES
Mission, Service and Values
Supports the hospital Mission, Service and Values.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in data collection for Performance Improvement activities.
- Chart abstractions and chart reviews.
- Attends educational opportunities to stay up to date on quality measures.
- Supports performance improvement teams with data collection, analysis and presentation.
- Transforms data into information/statistical reports and presentations for committees.
- Assists with quality measures in conjunction with Med Staff Office.
- Maintains confidentiality at all times.
- Trends data and reports trends in Adverse Patient Outcomes as soon as detected.
- Attends Medical Staff meetings as needed.
- Serves on multiple multidisciplinary committees related to quality measures
- Assists Performance Improvement teams with projects.
- Participates in preparing the hospital for TJC, stroke, and chest pain accreditation.
- Demonstrates computer skills adequate for proficient use in word, excel, PowerPoint.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
T.J. Pledge
I Will Show Compassion
- see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.
- recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health matters
- show kindness and compassion towards my customers at all times
- be sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customer
I Will Cooperate With Others
- maintain zero tolerance for abusive behavior
- listen and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistake
- never underestimate the power of an apology
- refrain from blame and judgment
- bring a sense of calm to stressful situations
I Will Collaborate With Others
- value myself and every coworker as an equal part of one GREAT team working together
- treat others in a way that I would like to be treated
- participate only in conversations that are courteous, respectful, and reflect positively on my teammates and T.J. Regional Health
- foster a calm and pleasant atmosphere, and refrain from gossip, rumors, and insults
- speak honestly, seek truth, and act with integrity towards my teammates
- value the uniqueness and expertise that each team member contributes to the whole
- meet the need of the moment, regardless of whether or not it is considered part of my job
I Will Communicate
-smile - at everyone
- always introduce myself, my role, and my purpose use body language, eye contact, and tone of voice that shows respect in every interaction
- follow the 10/5 rule: always acknowledging people at 10 feet away with a smile and always greeting people at 5 feet away
- escort any customer in need (visitors, patients) to their destination
I Will Adapt To Change
- be a part of the solution when I am presented with a challenge
- embrace change and set the example for those around me
- accept openly when there are changes that T.J. Regional and/or I have no control over
- manage the expectations of others by explaining duration and next steps as often as needed
I Will Be A Champion
- view myself as an owner of T.J. Regional Health and act accordingly
- take responsibility for the physical appearance of T.J. Regional Health, including my work area
- go out of my way to daily thank and compliment my customers and coworkers
- dare to make a difference and be exceptional
- constantly try to improve myself and T.J. Regional Health
- speak positively about T.J. Regional, while at work and in public places outside of work
