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<p><strong>Division:</strong>Eskenazi Health </p> <p><strong>Sub-Division:</strong> Hospital </p> <p><strong>Req ID:</strong> 23066 </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Schedule</strong>: Full Time </p> <p><strong>Shift</strong>: Any </p> <p> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus as well as at 10 Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.</p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>FLSA Status</b></H2> </div><div>Non-Exempt</div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Overview Of Acuity Adaptable Progressive Care Unit</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The Acuity Adaptable Progressive Care Unit New Graduate and Registered Nurse provides clinical care and coordination skills to every patient served in the unit using the Eskenazi Health model of care, Synergy. The Acuity Adaptable Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse coordinates with the patient, family/loved ones and other healthcare disciplines to ensure care is appropriate to patient care needs.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px">At Eskenazi Health, new acute care nurses are welcomed to the organization through the Linda Hojnacki, RN, Nurse Residency Program. Designed for acute care nurses with less than one year experience and graduate nurses, the residency program supports the transition to practice and prepares nurses to care for complex patients and increasing acuity needs common in hospital settings. Eskenazi Health nurses are surrounded by a strong network of accomplished individuals who value nurses and are invested in their success for not only their development but also improved patient safety and quality of care.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Acuity Adaptable Care at Eskenazi Health represents a broad spectrum of inpatient services across 3 floors of our acute care hospital. Patients admitted to an acuity adaptable unit at Eskenazi Health receive services from a wide variety of clinical specialties including: orthopedics, oncology, cardiology, palliative care, neurology, trauma, medicine, renal, urology, pulmonology, infectious disease, and more. Acuity Adaptable offers all private rooms as well as telemetry monitoring capability. </span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What Schedule Can I Expect?</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The Acuity Adaptable Progressive Care Unit team does take advantage of 6-week self-scheduling where team members request the days they work. We do offer a full time schedule which consists of three 12-hour shifts on either day shift (6:30AM - 7PM) or night shift (7PM - 6:30AM). There are no on-call requirements and team members rotate holidays.</span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What Are Nurse To Patient Ratios?</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px">The department follows a primary care nursing model and typically utilizes a <b>1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio</b>. Patients vary in acuity and complexity, ranging from Med/Surg to high acuity Progressive Care status. All nurses are supported by 24/7 onsite Manager and Educator support.</span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What Does Training Look Like?</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Eskenazi Health has a dedicated clinical education team that works with new hires the first week on board. The orientation period is typically 12-weeks and during this timeframe new members will be paired with a preceptor. Continued support is provided by managers, clinical educators, and seasoned staff. One aspect that sets Eskenazi Health apart is there is a clinical educator and manager on every shift, even on weekends!</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px">At Eskenazi Health, new acute care nurses are welcomed to the organization through the Linda Hojnacki, RN, Nurse Residency Program. The nurse residency program follows Patricia Benner’s Novice to Expert Theory, providing a multi-modal learning format and resources specifically targeting the needs of the novice nurse to foster growth and development. The six-month program hosts four cohorts clustered by hire date. The average size of each cohort is 24 people and provides: </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px">• Orientation to the Eskenazi Health culture and introduction to key members of the Senior Leadership Team and Nursing Leadership</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px">• Guided leadership, support and facilitation from a dedicated nurse residency coordinator </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px">• Monthly educational sessions that address clinical care, communication, patient outcomes, professionalism and resiliency/wellness </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px">• Didactic lectures, simulation lab and interactive activities provided by experts at Eskenazi Health </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px">• Support for the development of decision making, assessment, communication and patient advocacy skills</span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Where Do I Fit In?</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Are you a new graduate RN? Do you want to work in a supportive environment with evidence based nurse/patient ratios? Are you looking for an organization that is inclusive and supportive of everyone? Do you want to be a part of an organization that will take care of you while you care for patients? Then Eskenazi Health is the perfect fit for you! </span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>I'm Interested! What Is My Next Step?</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">We are so excited you are interested in being a part of our phenomenal culture. Your next step is to submit your application by following the "apply" link below. A Talent Acquisition Specialist will be in touch with you shortly! We look forward to working with you!</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">If you have any questions, please feel free to email our Nurse Recruiter, Amy Robertson, at [email protected].</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Associates Degree in Nursing from accredited college/university required, Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college/university preferred. Current Indiana license as a Registered Nurse or eligibility for license.</span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">BLS certification required (Can be obtained during onboarding training).</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16.0px">ACLS Certification required (Can be obtained during onboarding training).</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16.0px">NIH Certification required (Can be obtained during onboarding training).</span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Essential Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Effectively utilize the nursing process to perform all nursing functions in an efficient timely manner, in accordance with policies, procedures, Indiana State Practice Act, and Eskenazi Health Model of Care-the Synergy Model.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Utilizes and documents the nursing process thru appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, & evaluation of patient care as evidenced by client/staff observation; care acknowledges physiological, psychological, spiritual, diversity & cultural needs.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Engages patients & loved ones with appropriate health information and education in a timely manner.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrates ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, calm, and professional manner.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs, and seeking appropriate assistance and educational offerings.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrates understanding of and participates in shared governance at the unit and hospital and organization-wide level.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrate understanding of customer service concepts and apply to practice.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Provides personal and individualized patient care to ensure comfort and wellbeing.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Utilizes effective and efficient interdisciplinary communication.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Maintains safe patient care and & advocates for patient safety.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Participates in clinical and operational performance improvement using evidence-based practice.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Collaborates with leadership regarding staffing to help ensure adequate & appropriate staffing reflective of census & patient care needs.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Maintains a positive & calming presence to ensure a positive working relationship and environment for all.</span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrates the following skills and abilities:</span></span> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">operates specialized equipment</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">competence/accountability in preparing and administering medications and treatments according to policy and procedures</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">effective communication skills incorporating listening, effective interviewing techniques with patients and staff appropriate to age of the patient</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data/interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age-specific needs</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">uses age-appropriate communication and cognitive skills detailed in the department/area/unit job- specific/age-specific competencies</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">fundamental nursing theories, current clinical concepts, diseases/symptoms, trauma, treatments/medications, triage, appropriate diagnostic/therapeutic procedures and interventions</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">functions as a member of a health care team, delegate responsibilities/duties appropriately</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">follows oral/written instructions, records/interprets information accurately</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">competency in assessing, responding to patient status or needs, and interpreting results</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">recognizes and reacts to changes in patient status, documents and reports changes</span></span></li> </ul> </li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Performs CPR and other technical skills</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Positions patients</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Must be able to wash hands thoroughly and frequently</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Must be able to help evacuate patients via stairwells</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Critical thinking skills are essential</span></span></li> </ul> </div></div></div><p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Accredited by The Joint Commission, named one of the nation’s 150 best places to work by Becker’s Hospital Review for two consecutive years and repeatedly recognized on Forbes magazine’s best-of state lists, Eskenazi Health and its programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community. As the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city’s primary EMS provider, Eskenazi Health is also home to a Level I trauma center, the most established verified adult burn center in Indiana and the first community mental health center in Indiana.</p> <p> </p>