The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. What you'll do The Discharge Nurse is accountable for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process. The Discharge Nurse assesses, plans, delivers, coordinates, integrates, and evaluates nursing care related to patient needs. The Discharge Nurse develops a thorough, safe plan of care that encompasses all aspects of the patient’s care needs at the time of discharge from the hospital. The Discharge Nurse contributes to the support of patients through interdisciplinary teamwork. The Discharge Nurse is accountable to assure the care provided is consistent with applicable standards, regulations, statutes and state, federal law. The Discharge Nurse serves as a resource for other staff and clinicians as required. + Provides nursing care and services to patients throughout the life span and in various settings consistent with education preparation + Collects, analyzes and records relevant patient health data accurately in preparation of patient discharge with no more than 3-5 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback + Analyzes assessment data to identify patient problems and care need for appropriate patient discharge with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation + Identifies expected outcomes individualized to the patient for a safe, comprehensive patient discharge with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation + Develops a plan of care prior to discharge describing the patients follow up care needs with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation + Implements and records interventions appropriate to the discharge to include required equipment, medication, wound care, community health support and follow up medical appointments with no more than 3-5 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation + Provides patient teaching at the level in which the patient understands the information given to them. The patient can demonstrate back to the nurse discharge information + Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards, with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by direct supervisory observation and random supervisory chart review + Directs and supervises patient care provided by LPNs and support personnel 100% of the time according to department guidelines, as measured by co-worker feedback and managerial observation + Demonstrates consideration of safety, effective utilization of equipment and materials, and cost in managing patient care, as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback + Documents a discharge note that demonstrates an understanding of the patient’s discharge status and progress towards achievement of discharge goals (80-90%) + Provides nursing care as part of the Admission Process as required + Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights + Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity, 100% of the time, as measured by no significant, substantiated patient or peer complaints received by the manager/supervisor + Assures that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures, 100% of the time, as measured by random supervisory chart review + Acts on behalf of patients in an ethical manner 100% of the time, as measured by co-worker and patient feedback and managerial observation + Adheres to ANA Code of Ethics for Professional Nurses + Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his or her area of practice + Provides proof of current licensure validation to supervisor. (To achieve excellence, one must do this in a proactive, timely manner prior to due date.) + Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy by providing documented evidence of completion to supervisor + Provides to supervisor evidence of completion of all required training and competency validation + Participates in 13-18 hours of education activity related to job function annually and provides documented evidence of attendance or activity to supervisor + Demonstrates clinical problem-solving ability through written exemplar, patient/family feedback, co-worker report or direct managerial observation + Demonstrates operational problem-solving ability through written exemplar, coworker report or direct managerial observation + Participates in nursing research + Commits to an attitude of inquiry, research-based practice, and the advancement of nursing sciences as observed by managerial observation + Helps identify clinical problems requiring investigation as measured by co-worker feedback and managerial observation + Assists in the collection of data within a structured format as measured by co-worker feedback and managerial observation + Identifies clinical problems requiring investigation as measured by co-worker feedback and managerial observation + Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed + Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager What we need from you Education: + Vocational/Technical Diploma in Professional Nursing Program, required + **Or + 2 Year/Associate Degree in Nursing, required + *** All RN's hired and do not currently hold a BSN will be expected to demonstrate enrollment in a bachelor's prepared nursing program within 4 years of hire. BSN must be completed within 10 years. RN's licensed on or before 12/19/17 are/remain exempt from this requirement Experience: + Minimum 3 years RN experience, required + Minimum 1 year RN experience in surgical nursing, required Licensure/Certifications: + Current NYS License as an RN, required + BLS Certification required within 6 months from date of hire + Certification in surgical nursing, preferred Skills: + Communication + Clinical Skills + Advocacy + Multi-Tasking Physical Requirements: + Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects + Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching + Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking, fit testing Hazards: + Occasional radiation/radiant energy + Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure Working Conditions: + Occasional noise, vibration, wet and/or humid + Frequent odors Travel: + Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis Total Rewards Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: + Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time + Medical, dental and vision insurance + Life insurance and disability protection + Retirement benefits including an employer match + And more! Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. FOR BONUSES: We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time. Bonus Amount: + RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full time + LPN sign on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full time Eligible Employers: + A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services Pay Transparency Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Pay Range Minimum: USD $42.22/Hr. Pay Range Maximum: USD $63.33/Hr. 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