Clinical Nurse Specialist - Inpatient Float Pool

Company: University of New Mexico - Hospitals
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

Job Summary:As a key member of the University of New Mexico - Hospitals team, the Clinical Nurse Specialist - Inpatient Float Pool will provide direct nursing care to assigned patients while working within the nursing process. This role requires a strong focus on quality patient care and a commitment to promoting a positive work environment.Detailed Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients as required
• Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies
• Implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age-specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
• Assist with special tests and procedures, ensuring proper consent has been obtained
• Participate in orientation and assume precepting and evaluation responsibilities of new personnel
• Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
• Ensure that patient medical records contain necessary information
• Answer telephones and triage calls as per departmental policy
• Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standardsQualifications:Education:
  • Eessential: Program Graduate
  • Nonessential: Bachelor's DegreeExperience:
    • Essential: 1 year directly related experience
    • Nonessential: 3 years directly related experienceCredentials:
      • Essential: RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM, CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days, Advanced Cardiac Life Support CertificationWorking Conditions:
        • Essential: Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE

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