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Bon Secours About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Nurse Educator - Physician Office - The Perinatal Center - St. Francis Medical Center - Midlothian, VA PRIMARY FUNCTIONS/ GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION: The clinical nurse will facilitate the coordinated care of the Perinatal patients in the Perinatal Center and in the hospital as in-patients. The clinical nurse will assist patients in obtaining efficient and comprehensive clinical and supportive care as needed throughout their pregnancy. Delivers patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifies and determines the priority of patient's problems/needs, and evaluates the process and outcome of nursing care; coordinates, provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment and evaluates treatment effectiveness; administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures; serves as point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments. Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department. Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery
EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS: Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Virginia or awaiting reciprocity. Maintain current CPR certification.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Valid RN Nursing License from the state of practice
- Experience within a physician practice setting.
- Working knowledge of medical record format and content of patient records.
- Requires a working knowledge and understanding of the clinical, psychosocial and pathophysiology of pregnancy and its complications.
- Possesses ability to perform the range of nursing techniques, routine and non routine. Verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate in a culturally diverse environment are required.
- Ability to review records, read physician documentation and verify patient identification.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with practice managers and other medical group staff/leadership.
- Work requires a high level of accuracy with the ability to concentrate on detailed information for extended periods of time.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelors of Science, nursing
OTHER FUNCTIONS: - Works closely with the Clinical Support Services team.
- Other duties as assigned
WORKING CONDITIONS: - The individual performing this job may anticipate possible contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies regarding infection control.
- Travel outside the office is required.
- Overnight travel on occasion to attend seminars and training.
- Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
- May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
- May have periods of constant interruptions
SKILLS - Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and future innovations
- Nursing judgment and skill based on principles of the biological, physical, behavioral, and social sciences
- Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery
- Coordination of patient care delivery
- Evaluation of professional nursing practice to optimize goals and outcomes
- Health teaching and health promotion
- Patient advocacy and partnership
- Interprofessional collaboration and leadership
- Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies
- Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence
- Integration of quality improvement, evidence-based practices and research in practice
- Accountability for professional actions
- Effective stewardship of available resources
- Conflict management and resilience
- Authority for delegating activities to others, while remaining responsible and accountable for outcomes
BON SECOURS MISSION, VALUES, CUSTOMER ORIENTATION AND CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS FOCUS: It is the responsibility of all employees to learn and utilize continuous quality improvement principles in their daily work.
All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of the Sisters of Bon Secours by understanding each customer, treating each patient, staff member and community in a dignified manner with respect, kindness, and understanding and subscribing to the organization's commitment to quality and service.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties. This document does not create an employment contract, and employment with Bon Secours Health System is "at will".
Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
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Well-being Support: Access to mental health resources, condition management programs and clinical expertise
Education Assistance: Tuition support for critical clinical roles such as nursing, medical assisting, laboratory and more
Time Off: Enjoy at least three weeks of paid time off along with seven paid holidays
Family Support: Industry-leading eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave plus adoption assistance
Travel Nurse program: Choose to work in different units, facilities or even travel across our organization
Career conversations like regular performance check-ins, career discussions and role-specific training opportunities to help to identify your next step
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I): Our employee resource groups provide leadership development, programs, support, and tools to enable recognition and growth
Optional benefits like legal, identity theft protection and critical illness insurance
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