Powers Health
Admissions - Discharge Nurse
Powers Health, East Chicago, Indiana, United States, 46312
Position Summary
The Admission/Discharge Registered Nurse coordinates care between members of the healthcare team. The Admission/Discharge nurse facilitates the admission process. The Admission/Discharge nurse facilitates the discharge by coordinating discharge instructions between the physicians, providing for patient education, and assuring medication reconciliation. The Admission/Discharge nurse plans, implements and evaluates care based on physician orders, current established Standards of Care, the Nurse Practice Act and the St. Catherine Hospital Policies and Procedures. The Admission/Discharge nurse collects patient/health data to determine a nursing diagnosis and identified expected patient outcomes for nursing interventions. The Admission/Discharge nurse prepares discharge instructions to assist team leaders to provide patient education, assure medication reconciliation, and coordinate instructions among the physicians. The Admission/Discharge nurse also prepares required documentation to facilitate transfers to another unit, or another facility.
Job ResponsibilitiesAssesses the biophysical, psychosocial, environment, self-care, educational and discharge planning needs of the patient on admission.Identifies risk factors/patient safety issues on admission and takes appropriate actionAssures accurate medication reconciliation.Facilitates timely discharge by assisting with coordination among physicians Communicates with patients, families and/or significant others in an effort to individualize patient's plan of care to them.Education/Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Currently licensed as a professional nurse by the State of Indiana Health Professions Bureau.A BSN degree is desirable.Successful completion of the Community Healthcare System's Personnel and Nursing Orientation Programs.Obtains and maintains current certification in BLS, and other certifications as required in specialty areas.Comprehensive Benefits Program (Not all inclusive)
Medical, dental and vision coverageHealthcare and Dependent Care Spending AccountsRetirement savings planLife insurance and disability coverage optionsFitness center discount programTuition assistance and career developmentPaid Time OffWellness, reward and recognition programsEmployee Assistance Program - Counseling, nutritional and financial education, etc.Perks - Instant Discounts & Exclusive Deals on hotels, food, clothing, etc.
Join our team of healthcare professionals at
Powers Health
We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your
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valuable service and contributions, CHS/Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.
The Admission/Discharge Registered Nurse coordinates care between members of the healthcare team. The Admission/Discharge nurse facilitates the admission process. The Admission/Discharge nurse facilitates the discharge by coordinating discharge instructions between the physicians, providing for patient education, and assuring medication reconciliation. The Admission/Discharge nurse plans, implements and evaluates care based on physician orders, current established Standards of Care, the Nurse Practice Act and the St. Catherine Hospital Policies and Procedures. The Admission/Discharge nurse collects patient/health data to determine a nursing diagnosis and identified expected patient outcomes for nursing interventions. The Admission/Discharge nurse prepares discharge instructions to assist team leaders to provide patient education, assure medication reconciliation, and coordinate instructions among the physicians. The Admission/Discharge nurse also prepares required documentation to facilitate transfers to another unit, or another facility.
Job ResponsibilitiesAssesses the biophysical, psychosocial, environment, self-care, educational and discharge planning needs of the patient on admission.Identifies risk factors/patient safety issues on admission and takes appropriate actionAssures accurate medication reconciliation.Facilitates timely discharge by assisting with coordination among physicians Communicates with patients, families and/or significant others in an effort to individualize patient's plan of care to them.Education/Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Currently licensed as a professional nurse by the State of Indiana Health Professions Bureau.A BSN degree is desirable.Successful completion of the Community Healthcare System's Personnel and Nursing Orientation Programs.Obtains and maintains current certification in BLS, and other certifications as required in specialty areas.Comprehensive Benefits Program (Not all inclusive)
Medical, dental and vision coverageHealthcare and Dependent Care Spending AccountsRetirement savings planLife insurance and disability coverage optionsFitness center discount programTuition assistance and career developmentPaid Time OffWellness, reward and recognition programsEmployee Assistance Program - Counseling, nutritional and financial education, etc.Perks - Instant Discounts & Exclusive Deals on hotels, food, clothing, etc.
Join our team of healthcare professionals at
Powers Health
We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your
Apply today!
valuable service and contributions, CHS/Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.