Clinical Nurse (Registered Nurse) Unit 15 Medical Progressive Care/Cystic Fibrosis (Acute Care Division) Details

Clinical Nurse (Registered Nurse) Unit 15 Medical Progressive Care/Cystic Fibrosis (Acute Care Division)

The University of Kansas Health System - Kansas City, KS

Employment Type : Full-Time

Position Title Clinical Nurse (Registered Nurse) Unit 15 Medical Progressive Care/Cystic Fibrosis (Acute Care Division)Main Campus COVID-19 and flu vaccines are required for all health system employees. Learn more. Position Summary / Career Interest:The Clinical Nurse provides professional nursing care through assessment and accurate documentation, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients. Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population. Coordinates care delivery and education through collaboration with patient, family and all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care. Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care. Performs other duties as assigned.

Unit 15 Medical Telemetry/Adult Cystic Fibrosis
This medical-surgical inpatient unit sees a variety of diagnoses, but we specialize in the care of adult patients with Cystic Fibrosis. The majority of our patients are in need of antibiotic therapy, respiratory management, pain management, and the organization of home health services after discharge. Responsibilities:

• Provides professional nursing care through assessment and accurate documentation, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients.
• Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population.
• Coordinates care delivery and education through collaboration with patient, family and all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care.
• Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care.

• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• Note: These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS Required:

• Patient Care Services - Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• ADN prepared nurses hired after February 24, 2017, must complete BSN degree by the fifth anniversary of employment as an RN with UKHS. Must have at least 2 years of experience first for this unit.
• BLS Certification
• Registered Nurse in State of Kansas or compact license
• 6 months or more experience as a Clinical Nurse

Time Type:Full time Job Requisition ID:R-3612 We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.