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Tenure/status-track Assistant Professor in Education#440 Webster University's Doctor of Education (EdD) is a holistic andinterdisciplinary doctorate with an equity and justice focus. Theprogram has emphases in Educational Leadership, Special Education,and Transformative Learning in the Global Community. The program isgrowing in reputation, academic rigor, and enrollment numbers sinceits inception in 2015. This position will be subject to annual probationary reviewaccording to the guidelines set forth in Webster University'sFaculty Handbook. Job Description 
<ul>
<li>Teach graduate-level courses in EdD with a 3-3 teaching loadaccording to the flexible load policy, with an emphasis on eitherresearch or service. Research or service output needs to beassessed according to the flexible load policy. </li>
<li>Willingness to adapt to diverse modalities in teaching andadvising. Teach online, overseas, and Live Virtual. All courses are8-week long, online or Live Virtual that require digital literacycompetency on using Office 365, Canvas, Concourse, Zoom, andeducational apps. Some students reside overseas and require eveningand weekend hours for communication and mentorship. </li>
<li>Collaborate with the EdD Director, faculty, and colleagues forgrant applications, coursework development, research projects,presentations and publications. </li>
<li>Be a team-player and participate in all the student-centeredservices and activities hosted by the EdD program. </li>
<li>Assist the EdD Director with curriculum development &amp;differentiation, implementation, assessment, and review; as well asrecruitment, marketing, and hosting information sessions forprospective students. </li>
<li>Work closely with the EdD Director for program growth in othercountries and willingness to travel and work during break time,weekends, and evening hours. </li>
<li>Develop new materials and assessments and differentiate contentmaterials, as needed. </li>
<li>Service to department, school, university, community, andprofessional associations. Physical Demands Within the range of a typical office environment. Location: Webster Groves Campus-WEBG. Department: Graduate Department of Education-GDE. Requirements Minimum Qualifications : </li>
<li>An earned doctoral degree (PhD or EdD) in education-relateddisciplines (leadership, urban education, research methodology,technology or areas with market potential). </li>
<li>A minimum of three academic publications at the time ofapplication. </li>
<li>Knowledge in ontology, epistemology, axiology,intersectionality, and reflexivity in research. </li>
<li>Demonstrated academic credentials and scholarship in a varietyof educational research methods, as evidenced in publications inpeer-reviewed journals and books. </li>
<li>Operational knowledge with qualitative research, and criticalpedagogy. Preferred utilization of NVivo, Dedoose, or MAXQDA, andother qualitative data analytical software. </li>
<li>Research interest and experience in one of the following areas:anti-racist leadership in K-12 and higher education settings,technological transformations with Block Chain, VR/AR, Metaverse,and social media. </li>
<li>Experience with professional conference presentations asevidenced in presentations at a peer-reviewed conference such asAmerican Educational Research Association (AERA) convention and/orother reputable conference in the relevant discipline. Preferred Qualifications: </li>
<li>Hands-on knowledge of the utilization of JASP, SPSS, and R forapplications of statistical packages in quantitative andmixed-methods research. </li>
<li>Knowledge of survey research and the use of Qualtricsdesirable. </li>
<li>Experience supervising dissertation or doctoral portfoliocompletion. </li>
<li>Experience supervising overseas graduate students with diversebackgrounds. </li>
<li>Knowledge and experience with academic writing groups andmonitoring writing projects at the graduate level. </li>
<li>Professional membership with AERA, Carnegie Project on theEducation Doctorate (CPED), and/or other professionalorganizations. How to Apply: DO NOT apply via The Chronicle of Higher Education Jobs. Visit thisADP site to apply: <a href="https://apptrkr.com/4392264" target="_blank">https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?r=5000938800606&amp;c=1180715&amp;d=ExternalCareerSite&amp;rb=jobelephant</a> (Search for "EdD”) Applicants should submit the following materials: </li>
<li>Professional Curriculum Vitae in PDF. </li>
<li>Cover Letter in PDF, including a shared link of the following:A video recording of a lecture (self-recorded with no students) ona research topic of your choice (15 minutes). MP4 formats cannot beuploaded into the application portal. </li>
<li>Three published writing samples in ONE PDF. </li>
<li>A Research Statement (max. 2000 words), A Teaching PhilosophyStatement (max. 2000 words) and aCommitment to Diversity Statement(max. 2000 words) all in ONE PDF. </li>
<li>A reference list with three referees' contact information(name, affiliation, email, phone) in PDF: Only shortlistedcandidates' referees will be contacted. Note: PDF file size should not exceed 1MB. *The School of Education is also hiring two Visiting AssistantProfessor positions, #439 and #514. Contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Yin Lam Lee-Johnson,<a href="mailto:yleejohnson31@webster.edu" target="_blank">yleejohnson31@webster.edu</a>,for further questions. jeid-16b2106cd96501459c2d404c41be43a5</li>
</ul>

Assistant Professor - Education

<h3>Job Description</h3>
TJ Maxx
At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.&nbsp;
Job Description:
Opportunity: Grow Your Career
Responsible for delivering a highly satisfied customer experience proven by engaging and interacting with all customers, embodying customer experience principles and philosophy, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. Adheres to all operational, merchandise, and loss prevention standards. May be cross-trained to work in multiple areas of the store in order to support the needs of the business.
<ul>
<li>Role models established customer experience practices with internal and external customers</li>
<li>Supports and embodies a positive store culture through honesty, integrity, and respect</li>
<li>Accurately rings customer purchases/returns and counts change back to customer according to established operating procedures</li>
<li>Promotes credit and loyalty programs</li>
<li>Maintains and upholds merchandising philosophy and follows established merchandising procedures and standards</li>
<li>Accurately processes and prepares merchandise for the sales floor following company procedures and standards</li>
<li>Initiates and participates in store recovery as needed throughout the day</li>
<li>Maintains all organizational, cleanliness, and recovery standards for the sales floor and participates in the maintenance/cleanliness of the entire store</li>
<li>Provides and accepts recognition and constructive feedback</li>
<li>Adheres to all labor laws, policies, and procedures</li>
<li>Supports and participates in store shrink reduction goals and programs</li>
<li>Participates in safety awareness and maintains a safe environment</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
Who We’re Looking For: You.
<ul>
<li>Possesses excellent customer service skills</li>
<li>Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs</li>
<li>Possesses strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail</li>
<li>Capable of multi-tasking</li>
<li>Able to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations</li>
<li>Capable of lifting heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation</li>
<li>Works effectively with peers and supervisors</li>
<li>Retail customer experience preferred</li>
</ul>
Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate contributions; child care &amp; cell phone discounts; pet &amp; legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. Those who meet service or hours requirements are also eligible for: 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long term disability; paid parental leave; paid holidays/vacation/sick; auto/home insurance discounts; scholarship program; adoption assistance. All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan or program and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.
In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.
Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
Address:
3851 Mexico Rd.
Location:
USA TJ Maxx Store 0364 Saint Charles MOThis position has a starting pay range of $13.75 to $14.25 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

merchandise

<h3>Job Description</h3>
TJ Maxx
At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.&nbsp;
Job Description:
The Opportunity: Grow Your Career
Responsible for executing receiving and merchandising standards while ensuring Associates are processing efficiently and effectively, and working as a team. Ensures an excellent customer experience by engaging and interacting with all customers, and maintaining a clean and organized store. Role models exceptional customer service.
<ul>
<li>Creates a positive internal and external customer experience</li>
<li>Promotes a culture of honesty and integrity; maintains confidentiality</li>
<li>Orchestrates truck delivery, prioritizing the processing of merchandise onto the sales floor</li>
<li>Trains and mentors Associates on merchandising and processing principles</li>
<li>Ensures merchandise is properly tagged, hung, secured, and coded</li>
<li>Communicates with the Coordinator on Duty to ensure efficient flow of goods to sales floor</li>
<li>Ensures Associates complete tasks and activities according to store plan; prioritizes as needed</li>
<li>Monitors productivity of team and coaches as necessary</li>
<li>Organizes and rotates back stock for easy replenishment</li>
<li>Maintains and upholds merchandising philosophy and signage standards</li>
<li>Maintains all organizational, cleanliness and recovery standards for the backroom area</li>
<li>Ensures compliance with recycling and, where applicable, hazardous waste programs</li>
<li>Communicates accurately and effectively with management and Associates when setting and addressing priorities; provides progress updates</li>
<li>Provides and accepts recognition and constructive feedback</li>
<li>Partners with Management on Associate training needs to increase effectiveness</li>
<li>Ensures adherence to all labor laws, policies, and procedures</li>
<li>Promotes credit and loyalty programs</li>
<li>Supports and participates in store shrink reduction goals and programs</li>
<li>Promotes safety awareness and maintains a safe environment</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
Who We’re Looking For: You.
<ul>
<li>Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends</li>
<li>Superior communication and organizational skills with attention to detail</li>
<li>Capable of multi-tasking</li>
<li>Able to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations</li>
<li>Team player, working effectively with peers and supervisors</li>
<li>Capable of lifting heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation</li>
<li>Able to train others</li>
<li>1 year retail and 6 months of leadership experience</li>
</ul>
Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate contributions; child care &amp; cell phone discounts; pet &amp; legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. Those who meet service or hours requirements are also eligible for: 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long term disability; paid parental leave; paid holidays/vacation/sick; auto/home insurance discounts; scholarship program; adoption assistance. All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan or program and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.
In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.
Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
Address:
12129 West Manchester Rd.
Location:
USA TJ Maxx Store 0329 Des Peres MOThis position has a starting pay range of $14.75 to $15.25 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Full Time Backroom Coordinator

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Live! by Loews - St. Louis, MO is a branded collaboration between Loews Hotels &amp; Co, The Cordish Companies and the St. Louis Cardinals, one of the most beloved sports franchises in the country. The hotel is part of phase two of the already successful Ballpark Village Live! complex and delivers unscripted, locally handcrafted Loews experiences for both group and leisure guests. Live! by Loews - St. Louis features 216 guestrooms, 17,000 square feet of meeting and event space with spectacular views and multiple food &amp; beverage outlets, including an outdoor lounge and a Bourbon Bar.
Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels &amp; Co-operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.
Growth and belonging start here; you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.
What We Offer:
<ul>
<li>Competitive health &amp; wellness benefits, 401(k) &amp; company match</li>
<li>Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement</li>
<li>Pet Insurance and Paid Pet Bereavement</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development opportunities, career growth</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more</li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For:
As a Room Service Delivery Attendant you will ensure an outstanding in-room dining experience by delivering food and beverages to guest rooms promptly and accurately. This role involves setting up trays or tables with precision and responding to guest requests with professionalism and warmth. With a focus on exceptional service and attention to detail, the Room Service Delivery Attendant contributes to creating memorable and enjoyable stays for every guest.
Who You Are:
<ul>
<li>Clearly able to communicate ideas and information for all audiences both in writing and verbally.</li>
<li>Service-oriented with an authentic attitude and approach to guest service.</li>
<li>Effective at prioritizing tasks in a dynamic environment, ensuring smooth operations, and timely guest service.</li>
<li>Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. </li>
</ul>
What You'll Do:
<ul>
<li>Complete setup and preparation tasks at the start of each shift.</li>
<li>Deliver guest amenities, food, and beverages promptly to guest rooms.</li>
<li>Ensure that orders are accurate, complete, and meet hotel presentation standards.</li>
<li>Set up trays, carts, or in-room dining tables as requested by the guest.</li>
<li>Greet guests warmly, explain orders, and respond to any questions.</li>
<li>Ensure that guests are satisfied with their orders and promptly address any issues.</li>
<li>Coordinate with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure timely preparation of orders.</li>
<li>Ensure guest satisfaction and report feedback or concerns to supervisors.</li>
<li>Maintain room service areas, clear used trays, and restock supplies.</li>
<li>Follow hotel policies for food handling and ensure sanitation standards are met.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Your Qualifications Includes:
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of quality food service techniques and standards</li>
<li>Ability to lift and carry food service trays weighting 35 plus pounds</li>
<li>Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.</li>
<li>Prior experience in food service operation preferred.</li>
</ul>
Loews Hotels &amp; Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Room Service Delivery Attendant

<h3>Job Description</h3>
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
The clinic hours are 8:00 – 4:30 Monday – Friday.
No weekend hours and closed on most holidays
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses, manages, directs, and provides nursing care care activities during the patient's hospital stay and coordinates planning with other disciplines utilizing a patient/customer driven approach.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: 
1) Performs comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment. 
Criteria
A) Performs age-appropriate admission assessment or transfer assessment. Obtains input from family/guardian when appropriate.
B) Accurately and completely documents findings.
C) Performs assessment of post-op/post-invasive procedure patients.
D) Assesses and documents education and discharge needs of patient and family on admission and throughout hospitalization.
E) Provides patient reassessment documenting pertinent observations according to the patient plan of care, changes in condition, status and/or diagnosis, response to care, procedures, etc., and standards of care. 
2) Establishes, coordinates and evaluates a plan of care based on analysis of assessment data, patient diagnosis, lab data, tests, procedures, physician orders, protocols and standards of care and other information as relevant. 
Criteria
A)Identifies short and long term goals based on patient care needs.
B)Formulates nursing interventions to achieve desired patient outcome.
C) Incorporates disease specific evidenced based practice into nursing care plan and other documentation
3)Provides and documents nursing interventions based on assessed patient needs, plan of care, and changes in patient status.
Criteria
A) Collaborates with appropriate health team members for coordination of daily plan of care for assigned patients. 
B) Provides, coordinates and communicates patient care, including accurate Handoff Communication Reports. 
C) Administers and documents medications accurately according to policies and procedures. 
D) Monitors, maintains and documents accurate IV fluids and parenteral nutrition according to policies and procedures. 
E) Completes referrals as indicated by assessment data. 
F) Requests consultation for special needs, equipment, or information for patient and/or family. 
G) Provides patient/family education and discharge planning per documentation guidelines and protocol.
H) Clarifies all physician orders as warranted. 
I) Acknowledges and implements physician orders in an accurate and timely manner as evidenced by documentation in the medical record. 
J) Assists physician with procedures/treatments as requested or delegates to Care Partner as appropriate. 
K) Documents "Readback" for all telephone/verbal orders. 
L) Takes telephone/verbal orders only in emergency situations. 
M) Recognizes changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate nursing actions. 
N) Involves the family/guardian when providing care and in decision-making as appropriate. 
O) Recognizes risks for patient and takes appropriate action. 
P) Incorporates use of Infection Control practices in daily care. 
4) Documents and or communicates nursing care and or changes in patient condition.
Criteria
A) Performs and documents ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of care based on assessment data, nursing interventions, patient response to medications, treatments and procedures. 
B) Evaluates and documents effectiveness of patient/family education. 
C) Evaluates plan of care and modifies as indicated in "A" above. 
D) Recognizes significant changes in patient's clinical parameters and reports immediately to physician and others as indicated. 
E) Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution. 
F) Reports variation from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedures. 
5)Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury.
Criteria
A) Restraint Care
1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application
2.Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.
3. Monitors and assesses patient's response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals. 
4. Provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis. 
5. Provides consultation for peers to determine alternatives to restraints and 1:1 observation. 
6. Documents restraint use and associated care thoroughly.
B) Pain Management 
1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments. 
2. Incorporates patient's cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan. 
3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment. 
4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan. 
5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy.
C) Abuse Assessment 
1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments. 
2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the Administrative Director of Behavioral Health, physician, Risk Management and Social Work. 
3. Takes appropriate action to support patient safety when signs of abuse are noted.
6) Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice. 
Criteria
A) Adheres to all quality and performance standards, policies, procedures, protocols when implementing clinical and technical aspects of care. 
1. Participates in learning experiences that increases professional competence.
B) Demonstrates appropriate technical and cognitive skills for area of practice.
C) Maintains currency in all hospital/unit information, communication, policies and procedures. 
1. Attends staff meetings/reviews minutes when absent 
2. Participates in Committee(s), Shared Governance, Work Team(s), in a leadership and or in membership role 
3. Reviews Hospital/Nursing publications 
4. Keeps up to date with policies and procedures 
5. Participates and or keeps up to date with Shared Governance and Unit Based Practice Council activities and information. Contributes to requests for feedback.
D) Demonstrates ability to change and adapt to changing work demands 
1. Responds positively to change 
2. Provides assistance and support to peers, co-workers and other team members
3.Adapts positively to changes in unplanned work load and job demands
7) Ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and appropriate manner. 
Criteria
A) Orients and/or precepts new employees when required.
B) Participates in and maintains a collaborative team approach toward work. 
C) Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff and other members of the health care team. 
D) Effectively assumes and delegates care and other activities to the appropriate team member. 
E) Redirects clinical staff when the medical plan of care is altered. 
F) Communicates the plan of care to be followed on each individual patient in a precise and professional manner. 
G) Responsible for the supervision and teaching of students/new staff nurses. 
8) Safety/Infection Control: Performs job in accordance with safety and infection control policies. 
Criteria
A) Practices standard precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. 
B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance to hospital standards. 
1. Maintains clutter free environment. 
2. Follows hand hygiene procedures. 
3. Utilizes Safe Patient Handling techniques and equipment. 
4. Keeps personal conversations/background noise to a minimum. 
5. Adheres to dress code. 
C) Reports risk management concerns using eSRM. 
D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: 
1. Maintains current license and certifications 
2. Maintain up to date BLS and HI 
3. Annual TB Screening and Influenza vaccination 
4. Annual Ethics Training (Initial Ethics, if new employee) 
5. Annual Safety Training 
6. Required Information Security course
7. Required Abuse &amp; Neglect course 
8. Annual Blood Borne Pathogens training (if required) 
9. Coursework as assigned for .edu 
10. Annual competency 
11. Age/Population specific competency (if applicable) 
12. orientation competency (if new hire) 
13. Service Specific 
E) Reports variations from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedure. 
9) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner. 
Criteria
A)Demonstrates care and courtesy
1. Provides prompt, respectful, courteous service. 
2. Meets physical, spiritual, psychological and emotional needs of patients and families. 
3.Works with other members of the health care team to see that call lights are answered promptly. 
4. Apologizes for mix-up and delay. 
B) Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality 
1. Listens to staff/patient/family concerns and addresses needs.
2. Explains procedures and all education in a manner that staff/patient/family understand. 
3. Allows time for questions. 
C) Demonstrates competence and collaboration 
1. Provides accurate handoff reports. 
2. Provides quality care in accordance to standards. 
3. Shares knowledge with other departments to facilitate work flow and continuity. 
D) Provides cost effect services 
1. Uses resources wisely. 
2. Recommends changes in practice that increases efficiency and minimizes waste. 
E) Ensures that customer satisfaction is maintained through the use of the "Principles and Commitments" of the hospital AIDET and "One Mission, One Spirit".
10) Incorporates Performance Improvement and Evidenced Based Practice into individual professional practice. 
Criteria
A) Assist in developing and implementing nursing unit goals. 
B) Remains current with evidenced based practice initiatives. 
C) Identifies opportunities for improvement, participates in data collection when requested, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority and works toward problem resolution. 
D) Participates in the performance/process improvement process. 
1. Assists in developing unit based Performance Improvement and action plans. 
2. Leads a performance improvement team when requested 
3. Contributes to data collection 
4. Participates in evaluation of Performance Improvement results. 
E) Participates in nursing research activities. 
F) Participates in Departmental and Hospital Performance Improvement activities when warranted. 
G) Participates in occurrence reviews 
H) Contributes to the maintenance/improvement of all nursing quality indicators. 
11) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: _____Adult _____Geriatric 
Criteria
A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth &amp; development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department.
B)Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs.
C) Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction. 
D) Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided. 
E)Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. 
12) Cost Effective Services 
Criteria
A) Uses resources efficiently. 
B) Recommends change in practice that increase efficiency and minimize waste. 
C) Documents chargeable supplies and equipment used to provide care. 
D) Prioritizes responsibilities and completes work on time. 
E) Utilizes non-clinical time in a constructive manner, i.e. completing chart audits, .edu, mandatory education requirements.
DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. 
Job Specifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Licensed to work as an RN in the state of Missouri
WORKING CONDITIONS: May be exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases. Exposure to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency and crisis situations. Subject to irregular hours. 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Occasional prolonged standing/walking. Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching. 
Employee___________________________________________Date____________ 
Supervisor__________________________________________Date_____________ 
Department Director __________________________________Date_____________ 
Administration________________________________________Date_____________ 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. An individual working in their job classification must also perform specific tasks upon request by supervisor personnel. Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion of the medical center.
Practice Agreement
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RN - Ortho Clinic

<h3>Job Description</h3>
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility! Schedule Options: Full Time, Part Time, Weekend Option &amp; PRN available Schedule Time Options: 7a-7p, 7p-7a, Benefits: Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to: • Getting paid every day! • Paid maternity &amp; paternity coverage • Adoption assistance • Various competitive health insurance options &amp; wellness plans • Retirement benefits including employer matching plans • Long &amp; short-term disability • Employee assistance programs (EAP) &nbsp; Please note: benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply. Fulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Health team, Apply Today!&nbsp;
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses, manages, directs, and provides nursing care care activities during the patient's hospital stay and coordinates planning with other disciplines utilizing a patient/customer driven approach.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: 
1) Performs comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment. 
Criteria
A) Performs age-appropriate admission assessment or transfer assessment. Obtains input from family/guardian when appropriate.
B) Accurately and completely documents findings.
C) Performs assessment of post-op/post-invasive procedure patients.
D) Assesses and documents education and discharge needs of patient and family on admission and throughout hospitalization.
E) Provides patient reassessment documenting pertinent observations according to the patient plan of care, changes in condition, status and/or diagnosis, response to care, procedures, etc., and standards of care. 
2) Establishes, coordinates and evaluates a plan of care based on analysis of assessment data, patient diagnosis, lab data, tests, procedures, physician orders, protocols and standards of care and other information as relevant. 
Criteria
A)Identifies short and long term goals based on patient care needs.
B)Formulates nursing interventions to achieve desired patient outcome.
C) Incorporates disease specific evidenced based practice into nursing care plan and other documentation
3)Provides and documents nursing interventions based on assessed patient needs, plan of care, and changes in patient status.
Criteria
A) Collaborates with appropriate health team members for coordination of daily plan of care for assigned patients. 
B) Provides, coordinates and communicates patient care, including accurate Handoff Communication Reports. 
C) Administers and documents medications accurately according to policies and procedures. 
D) Monitors, maintains and documents accurate IV fluids and parenteral nutrition according to policies and procedures. 
E) Completes referrals as indicated by assessment data. 
F) Requests consultation for special needs, equipment, or information for patient and/or family. 
G) Provides patient/family education and discharge planning per documentation guidelines and protocol.
H) Clarifies all physician orders as warranted. 
I) Acknowledges and implements physician orders in an accurate and timely manner as evidenced by documentation in the medical record. 
J) Assists physician with procedures/treatments as requested or delegates to Care Partner as appropriate. 
K) Documents "Readback" for all telephone/verbal orders. 
L) Takes telephone/verbal orders only in emergency situations. 
M) Recognizes changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate nursing actions. 
N) Involves the family/guardian when providing care and in decision-making as appropriate. 
O) Recognizes risks for patient and takes appropriate action. 
P) Incorporates use of Infection Control practices in daily care. 
4) Documents and or communicates nursing care and or changes in patient condition.
Criteria
A) Performs and documents ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of care based on assessment data, nursing interventions, patient response to medications, treatments and procedures. 
B) Evaluates and documents effectiveness of patient/family education. 
C) Evaluates plan of care and modifies as indicated in "A" above. 
D) Recognizes significant changes in patient's clinical parameters and reports immediately to physician and others as indicated. 
E) Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution. 
F) Reports variation from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedures. 
5)Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury.
Criteria
A) Restraint Care
1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application
2.Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.
3. Monitors and assesses patient's response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals. 
4. Provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis. 
5. Provides consultation for peers to determine alternatives to restraints and 1:1 observation. 
6. Documents restraint use and associated care thoroughly.
B) Pain Management 
1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments. 
2. Incorporates patient's cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan. 
3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment. 
4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan. 
5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy.
C) Abuse Assessment 
1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments. 
2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the Administrative Director of Behavioral Health, physician, Risk Management and Social Work. 
3. Takes appropriate action to support patient safety when signs of abuse are noted.
6) Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice. 
Criteria
A) Adheres to all quality and performance standards, policies, procedures, protocols when implementing clinical and technical aspects of care. 
1. Participates in learning experiences that increases professional competence.
B) Demonstrates appropriate technical and cognitive skills for area of practice.
C) Maintains currency in all hospital/unit information, communication, policies and procedures. 
1. Attends staff meetings/reviews minutes when absent 
2. Participates in Committee(s), Shared Governance, Work Team(s), in a leadership and or in membership role 
3. Reviews Hospital/Nursing publications 
4. Keeps up to date with policies and procedures 
5. Participates and or keeps up to date with Shared Governance and Unit Based Practice Council activities and information. Contributes to requests for feedback.
D) Demonstrates ability to change and adapt to changing work demands 
1. Responds positively to change 
2. Provides assistance and support to peers, co-workers and other team members
3.Adapts positively to changes in unplanned work load and job demands
7) Ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and appropriate manner. 
Criteria
A) Orients and/or precepts new employees when required.
B) Participates in and maintains a collaborative team approach toward work. 
C) Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff and other members of the health care team. 
D) Effectively assumes and delegates care and other activities to the appropriate team member. 
E) Redirects clinical staff when the medical plan of care is altered. 
F) Communicates the plan of care to be followed on each individual patient in a precise and professional manner. 
G) Responsible for the supervision and teaching of students/new staff nurses. 
8) Safety/Infection Control: Performs job in accordance with safety and infection control policies. 
Criteria
A) Practices standard precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. 
B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance to hospital standards. 
1. Maintains clutter free environment. 
2. Follows hand hygiene procedures. 
3. Utilizes Safe Patient Handling techniques and equipment. 
4. Keeps personal conversations/background noise to a minimum. 
5. Adheres to dress code. 
C) Reports risk management concerns using eSRM. 
D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: 
1. Maintains current license and certifications 
2. Maintain up to date BLS and HI 
3. Annual TB Screening and Influenza vaccination 
4. Annual Ethics Training (Initial Ethics, if new employee) 
5. Annual Safety Training 
6. Required Information Security course
7. Required Abuse &amp; Neglect course 
8. Annual Blood Borne Pathogens training (if required) 
9. Coursework as assigned for .edu 
10. Annual competency 
11. Age/Population specific competency (if applicable) 
12. orientation competency (if new hire) 
13. Service Specific 
E) Reports variations from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedure. 
9) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner. 
Criteria
A)Demonstrates care and courtesy
1. Provides prompt, respectful, courteous service. 
2. Meets physical, spiritual, psychological and emotional needs of patients and families. 
3.Works with other members of the health care team to see that call lights are answered promptly. 
4. Apologizes for mix-up and delay. 
B) Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality 
1. Listens to staff/patient/family concerns and addresses needs.
2. Explains procedures and all education in a manner that staff/patient/family understand. 
3. Allows time for questions. 
C) Demonstrates competence and collaboration 
1. Provides accurate handoff reports. 
2. Provides quality care in accordance to standards. 
3. Shares knowledge with other departments to facilitate work flow and continuity. 
D) Provides cost effect services 
1. Uses resources wisely. 
2. Recommends changes in practice that increases efficiency and minimizes waste. 
E) Ensures that customer satisfaction is maintained through the use of the "Principles and Commitments" of the hospital AIDET and "One Mission, One Spirit".
10) Incorporates Performance Improvement and Evidenced Based Practice into individual professional practice. 
Criteria
A) Assist in developing and implementing nursing unit goals. 
B) Remains current with evidenced based practice initiatives. 
C) Identifies opportunities for improvement, participates in data collection when requested, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority and works toward problem resolution. 
D) Participates in the performance/process improvement process. 
1. Assists in developing unit based Performance Improvement and action plans. 
2. Leads a performance improvement team when requested 
3. Contributes to data collection 
4. Participates in evaluation of Performance Improvement results. 
E) Participates in nursing research activities. 
F) Participates in Departmental and Hospital Performance Improvement activities when warranted. 
G) Participates in occurrence reviews 
H) Contributes to the maintenance/improvement of all nursing quality indicators. 
11) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: _____Adult _____Geriatric 
Criteria
A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth &amp; development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department.
B)Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs.
C) Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction. 
D) Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided. 
E)Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. 
12) Cost Effective Services 
Criteria
A) Uses resources efficiently. 
B) Recommends change in practice that increase efficiency and minimize waste. 
C) Documents chargeable supplies and equipment used to provide care. 
D) Prioritizes responsibilities and completes work on time. 
E) Utilizes non-clinical time in a constructive manner, i.e. completing chart audits, .edu, mandatory education requirements.
DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. 
Job Specifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Licensed to work as an RN in the state of Missouri
WORKING CONDITIONS: May be exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases. Exposure to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency and crisis situations. Subject to irregular hours. 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Occasional prolonged standing/walking. Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching. 
Employee___________________________________________Date____________ 
Supervisor__________________________________________Date_____________ 
Department Director __________________________________Date_____________ 
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Registered Nurse Med Surg Nights

<h3>Job Description</h3>
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility! Schedule Options: Full Time, Part Time, Weekend Option &amp; PRN available Schedule Time Options: 7a-7p, 7p-7a, Benefits: Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to: • Getting paid every day! • Paid maternity &amp; paternity coverage • Adoption assistance • Various competitive health insurance options &amp; wellness plans • Retirement benefits including employer matching plans • Long &amp; short-term disability • Employee assistance programs (EAP) &nbsp; Please note: benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply. Fulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Health team, Apply Today!&nbsp;
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Surgical Float Pool is a professional practitioner who assesses manages, directs, and provides nursing care activities during the patient’s hospital stay and coordinates care planning with other disciplines utilizing a patient/customer driven approach in a variety of Medical Surgical units. Must be highly energetic, flexible and motivated to support the success of Saint Louis University Hospital.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of time)
Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:
Position Accountabilities
1) Performs comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment.
Criteria
A) Performs age-appropriate admission assessment or transfer assessment. Obtains input from family/guardian when appropriate.
B) Accurately and completely documents findings.
C) Performs assessment of post-op / post-invasive procedure patients.
D) Assesses and documents education and discharge needs of patient and family on admission and throughout hospitalization.
E) Provides patient reassessment documenting pertinent observations according to the patient plan of care, changes in condition, status and /or diagnosis, response to care, procedures, etc., and standards of care.
2) Establishes, coordinates and evaluates a plan of care based on analysis of assessment data, patient diagnosis, lab data, tests, procedures, physician orders, protocols and standards of care and other information as relevant.
Criteria
A) Identifies short and long term goals based on patient care needs.
B) Formulates nursing interventions to achieve desired patient outcome.
C) Incorporates disease specific evidenced based practice into nursing care plan and other documentation.
3) Provides and documents nursing interventions based on assessed patient needs, plan of care, and changes in patient status.
Criteria
A) Collaborates with appropriate health team members for coordination of daily plan of care for assigned patients.
B) Provides, coordinates and communicates patient care, including accurate Handoff Communication Reports i.e. Bedside shift report, ticket to ride, SBAR, daily huddles, Patient Care Conferences, etc.
C) Administers and documents medications accurately according to policies and procedures.
D) Monitors, maintains and documents accurate IV fluids, blood, blood products and parenteral nutrition according to policies and procedures.
E) Completes referrals as indicated by assessment data.
F) Requests consultation for special needs, equipment, or information for patient and/or family.
G) Restraint Care
1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application.
2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.
3. Monitors and assesses patient’s response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals.
4. Provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis.
5. Provides consultation for peers to determine alternatives to restraints and 1:1 observation.
6. Documents restraint use and associated care thoroughly.
H) Provides patient/family education and discharge planning per documentation guidelines and protocol.
I) Pain Management
1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during Assessments/reassessments.
2. Incorporates patient’s cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan.
3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment.
4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan.
5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy.
J) Abuse Assessment
1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments.
2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician, Risk Management and Social Work.
3. Takes appropriate action to support patient safety when signs of abuse are noted.
K) Clarifies all physician orders as warranted.
L) Transcribes and implements physician orders in an accurate and timely manner as evidenced by documentation in the medical record.
M) Assists physician with procedures/ treatments as requested or delegates to Care Partner as appropriate.
N) Documents “Read back” for all telephone/verbal orders.
O) Takes telephone/verbal orders only in emergency situations.
P) Recognizes changes in patient’s condition and takes appropriate nursing actions.
Q) Uses Chain of Command when indicated.
R) Involves the family/guardian when providing care and in decision-making as appropriate.
S) Recognizes risks for patient and takes appropriate action.
T) Completes and or incorporates use of Infection Control Bundles in daily care.
U) Implements and or works with Care Partner to assure that all interventions related to Fall and Skin Injury Prevention are in place.
1. Completes Fall and Skin Audits when indicated.
4) Documents and or communicates nursing care and or changes in patient condition.
Criteria
A) Performs and documents ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of care based on assessment data, nursing interventions, patient’s response to medications, treatments and procedures.
B) Evaluates and documents effectiveness of patient / family education.
C) Evaluates plan of care and modifies as indicated in "A" above.
D) Recognizes significant changes in patient's clinical parameters and reports immediately to physician and others as indicated.
E) Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution.
F) Reports variation from care / treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedures.
5) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury.
Criteria
A) Restraint Care
1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application.
2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.
3. Monitors and assesses patient’s response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals.
4. Provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis.
5. Provides consultation for peers to determine alternatives to restraints and 1:1 observation.
6. Documents restraint use and associated care thoroughly.
B) Pain Management
1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments. 2/16/09
2. Incorporates patient’s cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan.
3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment.
4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan.
5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy.
C) Abuse Assessment
1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments.
2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician, Risk Management and Social Work.
3. Takes appropriate action to support patient safety when signs of abuse are noted.
6) Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice.
Criteria
A) Adheres to all quality and performance standards, policies, procedures, protocols when implementing clinical and technical aspects of care.
1. Participates in learning experiences that increases professional competence.
B) Demonstrates appropriate technical and cognitive skills for area of practice.
C) Maintains currency in all hospital/unit information, communication, policies and procedures.
1. Attends staff meetings/reviews minutes when absent.
2. Participates in Committee(s), Shared Governance, Work Team(s), in a leadership and or in membership role.
3. Reviews Hospital / Nursing publications.
4. Keeps up to date with policies and procedures.
5. Participates and or keeps up to date with Shared Governance and Unit Based Practice Council activities and information. Contributes to requests for feedback.
D) Demonstrates ability to change and adapt to changing work demands.
1. Responds positively to change.
2. Provides assistance and support to peers, co-workers and other team members.
3. Adapts positively to changes in unplanned work load and job demands.
7) Ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and appropriate manner.
Criteria
A) Orients and/or precepts new employees when required.
B) Participates in and maintains a collaborative team approach toward work.
C) Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff and other members of the health care team.
D) Effectively assumes and delegates care and other activities to the appropriate team member.
E) Redirects clinical staff when the medical plan of care is altered.
F) Communicates the plan of care to be followed on each individual patient in a precise and professional manner.
G) Responsible for the supervision and teaching of students/new staff nurses.
8) Safety/Infection Control: Performs job in accordance with safety and infection control policies.
Criteria
A) Practices standard precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance to hospital standards.
1. Maintains clutter free environment.
2. Keeps personal conversations/background noise to a minimum.
3. Adheres to dress code.
C) Reports risk management concerns using eSRM.
D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements:
1. Maintains current license and certifications
2. Maintain up to date BLS
3. Annual TB Screening and Influenza vaccination
4. Annual Ethics Training (Initial Ethics, if new employee)
5. Annual Safety Training
6. Required Information Security course
7. Required Abuse &amp; Neglect course
8. Annual Blood Borne Pathogens training (if required)
9. Coursework as assigned for .Edu
10. Annual competency
11. Age/Population specific competency (if applicable)
12. Orientation competency (if new hire)
13. Service Specific
E) Reports variations from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedure.
9) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner.
Criteria
A) Demonstrates care and courtesy.
1. Provides prompt, respectful, courteous service.
2. Meets physical, spiritual, psychological and emotional needs of patients and families.
3. Works with other members of the health care team to see that call lights are answered promptly.
4. Apologizes for mix-up and delay.
B) Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality.
1. Listens to staff/patient / family concerns and addresses needs.
2. Explains procedures and all education in a manner that staff/patient/family understand.
3. Allows time for questions.
C) Demonstrates competence and collaboration.
1. Provides accurate handoff reports.
2. Provides quality care in accordance to standards. 2/16/09
3. Shares knowledge with other departments to facilitate work flow and continuity.
D) Provides cost effect services.
1. Uses resources wisely.
2. Recommends changes in practice that increases efficiency and minimizes waste.
E) Ensures that customer satisfaction is maintained through the use of the “Principles and Commitments” of the hospital AIDET and “One Mission, One Spirit”.
10) Incorporates Performance Improvement and Evidenced Based Practice into individual professional practice.
Criteria
A) Assist in developing and implementing nursing goals.
B) Remains current with evidenced based practice initiatives.
C) Identifies opportunities for improvement, participates in data collection when requested, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority and works toward problem resolution.
D) Participates in the performance/process improvement process.
1. Assists in developing unit based Performance Improvement and action plans.
2. Leads a performance improvement team when requested.
3. Contributes to data collection.
4. Participates in evaluation of Performance Improvement results.
E) Participates in nursing research activities.
F) Participates in Departmental and Hospital Performance Improvement activities when warranted.
G) Participates in occurrence reviews.
H) Contributes to the maintenance/improvement of all nursing quality indicators.
11) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to:
____Infant ___Child ____Adolescent _____Adult _____Geriatric
Criteria
A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth and development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department.

Registered Nurse Med Surg Float Pool Weekend Option

<h3>Job Description</h3>
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility! Schedule Options: Full Time, Part Time, Weekend Option &amp; PRN available Schedule Time Options: 7a-7p, 7p-7a, Benefits: Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to: • Getting paid every day! • Paid maternity &amp; paternity coverage • Adoption assistance • Various competitive health insurance options &amp; wellness plans • Retirement benefits including employer matching plans • Long &amp; short-term disability • Employee assistance programs (EAP) &nbsp; Please note: benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply. Fulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Health team, Apply Today!&nbsp;
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN), Crititcal Care Float Pool is a professional practitioner who assesses manages, directs, and provides nursing care activities during the patient’s hospital stay and coordinates care planning with other disciplines utilizing a patient/customer driven approach in a variety of Medical Surgical units. Must be highly energetic, flexible and motivated to support the success of Saint Louis University Hospital.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of time)
Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:
Position Accountabilities
1) Performs comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment.
Criteria
A) Performs age-appropriate admission assessment or transfer assessment. Obtains input from family/guardian when appropriate.
B) Accurately and completely documents findings.
C) Performs assessment of post-op / post-invasive procedure patients.
D) Assesses and documents education and discharge needs of patient and family on admission and throughout hospitalization.
E) Provides patient reassessment documenting pertinent observations according to the patient plan of care, changes in condition, status and /or diagnosis, response to care, procedures, etc., and standards of care.
2) Establishes, coordinates and evaluates a plan of care based on analysis of assessment data, patient diagnosis, lab data, tests, procedures, physician orders, protocols and standards of care and other information as relevant.
Criteria
A) Identifies short and long term goals based on patient care needs.
B) Formulates nursing interventions to achieve desired patient outcome.
C) Incorporates disease specific evidenced based practice into nursing care plan and other documentation.
3) Provides and documents nursing interventions based on assessed patient needs, plan of care, and changes in patient status.
Criteria
A) Collaborates with appropriate health team members for coordination of daily plan of care for assigned patients.
B) Provides, coordinates and communicates patient care, including accurate Handoff Communication Reports i.e. Bedside shift report, ticket to ride, SBAR, daily huddles, Patient Care Conferences, etc.
C) Administers and documents medications accurately according to policies and procedures.
D) Monitors, maintains and documents accurate IV fluids, blood, blood products and parenteral nutrition according to policies and procedures.
E) Completes referrals as indicated by assessment data.
F) Requests consultation for special needs, equipment, or information for patient and/or family.
G) Restraint Care
1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application.
2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.
3. Monitors and assesses patient’s response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals.
4. Provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis.
5. Provides consultation for peers to determine alternatives to restraints and 1:1 observation.
6. Documents restraint use and associated care thoroughly.
H) Provides patient/family education and discharge planning per documentation guidelines and protocol.
I) Pain Management
1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during Assessments/reassessments.
2. Incorporates patient’s cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan.
3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment.
4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan.
5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy.
J) Abuse Assessment
1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments.
2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician, Risk Management and Social Work.
3. Takes appropriate action to support patient safety when signs of abuse are noted.
K) Clarifies all physician orders as warranted.
L) Transcribes and implements physician orders in an accurate and timely manner as evidenced by documentation in the medical record.
M) Assists physician with procedures/ treatments as requested or delegates to Care Partner as appropriate.
N) Documents “Read back” for all telephone/verbal orders.
O) Takes telephone/verbal orders only in emergency situations.
P) Recognizes changes in patient’s condition and takes appropriate nursing actions.
Q) Uses Chain of Command when indicated.
R) Involves the family/guardian when providing care and in decision-making as appropriate.
S) Recognizes risks for patient and takes appropriate action.
T) Completes and or incorporates use of Infection Control Bundles in daily care.
U) Implements and or works with Care Partner to assure that all interventions related to Fall and Skin Injury Prevention are in place.
1. Completes Fall and Skin Audits when indicated.
4) Documents and or communicates nursing care and or changes in patient condition.
Criteria
A) Performs and documents ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of care based on assessment data, nursing interventions, patient’s response to medications, treatments and procedures.
B) Evaluates and documents effectiveness of patient / family education.
C) Evaluates plan of care and modifies as indicated in "A" above.
D) Recognizes significant changes in patient's clinical parameters and reports immediately to physician and others as indicated.
E) Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution.
F) Reports variation from care / treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedures.
5) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury.
Criteria
A) Restraint Care
1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application.
2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.
3. Monitors and assesses patient’s response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals.
4. Provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis.
5. Provides consultation for peers to determine alternatives to restraints and 1:1 observation.
6. Documents restraint use and associated care thoroughly.
B) Pain Management
1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments. 2/16/09
2. Incorporates patient’s cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan.
3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment.
4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan.
5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy.
C) Abuse Assessment
1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments.
2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician, Risk Management and Social Work.
3. Takes appropriate action to support patient safety when signs of abuse are noted.
6) Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice.
Criteria
A) Adheres to all quality and performance standards, policies, procedures, protocols when implementing clinical and technical aspects of care.
1. Participates in learning experiences that increases professional competence.
B) Demonstrates appropriate technical and cognitive skills for area of practice.
C) Maintains currency in all hospital/unit information, communication, policies and procedures.
1. Attends staff meetings/reviews minutes when absent.
2. Participates in Committee(s), Shared Governance, Work Team(s), in a leadership and or in membership role.
3. Reviews Hospital / Nursing publications.
4. Keeps up to date with policies and procedures.
5. Participates and or keeps up to date with Shared Governance and Unit Based Practice Council activities and information. Contributes to requests for feedback.
D) Demonstrates ability to change and adapt to changing work demands.
1. Responds positively to change.
2. Provides assistance and support to peers, co-workers and other team members.
3. Adapts positively to changes in unplanned work load and job demands.
7) Ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and appropriate manner.
Criteria
A) Orients and/or precepts new employees when required.
B) Participates in and maintains a collaborative team approach toward work.
C) Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff and other members of the health care team.
D) Effectively assumes and delegates care and other activities to the appropriate team member.
E) Redirects clinical staff when the medical plan of care is altered.
F) Communicates the plan of care to be followed on each individual patient in a precise and professional manner.
G) Responsible for the supervision and teaching of students/new staff nurses.
8) Safety/Infection Control: Performs job in accordance with safety and infection control policies.
Criteria
A) Practices standard precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance to hospital standards.
1. Maintains clutter free environment.
2. Keeps personal conversations/background noise to a minimum.
3. Adheres to dress code.
C) Reports risk management concerns using eSRM.
D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements:
1. Maintains current license and certifications
2. Maintain up to date BLS
3. Annual TB Screening and Influenza vaccination
4. Annual Ethics Training (Initial Ethics, if new employee)
5. Annual Safety Training
6. Required Information Security course
7. Required Abuse &amp; Neglect course
8. Annual Blood Borne Pathogens training (if required)
9. Coursework as assigned for .Edu
10. Annual competency
11. Age/Population specific competency (if applicable)
12. Orientation competency (if new hire)
13. Service Specific
E) Reports variations from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedure.
9) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner.
Criteria
A) Demonstrates care and courtesy.
1. Provides prompt, respectful, courteous service.
2. Meets physical, spiritual, psychological and emotional needs of patients and families.
3. Works with other members of the health care team to see that call lights are answered promptly.
4. Apologizes for mix-up and delay.
B) Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality.
1. Listens to staff/patient / family concerns and addresses needs.
2. Explains procedures and all education in a manner that staff/patient/family understand.
3. Allows time for questions.
C) Demonstrates competence and collaboration.
1. Provides accurate handoff reports.
2. Provides quality care in accordance to standards. 2/16/09
3. Shares knowledge with other departments to facilitate work flow and continuity.
D) Provides cost effect services.
1. Uses resources wisely.
2. Recommends changes in practice that increases efficiency and minimizes waste.
E) Ensures that customer satisfaction is maintained through the use of the “Principles and Commitments” of the hospital AIDET and “One Mission, One Spirit”.
10) Incorporates Performance Improvement and Evidenced Based Practice into individual professional practice.
Criteria
A) Assist in developing and implementing nursing goals.
B) Remains current with evidenced based practice initiatives.
C) Identifies opportunities for improvement, participates in data collection when requested, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority and works toward problem resolution.
D) Participates in the performance/process improvement process.
1. Assists in developing unit based Performance Improvement and action plans.
2. Leads a performance improvement team when requested.
3. Contributes to data collection.
4. Participates in evaluation of Performance Improvement results.
E) Participates in nursing research activities.
F) Participates in Departmental and Hospital Performance Improvement activities when warranted.
G) Participates in occurrence reviews.
H) Contributes to the maintenance/improvement of all nursing quality indicators.
11) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to:
____Infant ___Child ____Adolescent _____Adult _____Geriatric
Criteria
A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth and development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department.
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Registered Nurse ICU Float Nights

<h3>Job Description</h3>
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility!
Job Summary:
Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Uses standards of medical-surgical nursing practice to increase the quality of care and quality of life for the patient, family, and significant other(s) by systematically evaluating the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.</li>
<li>Establishes effective relationships and serves as an advocate with the patient, family, and significant other(s) to facilitate the development of the care plan unique to the patient’s care needs.</li>
<li>Uses the nursing process to develop and implement the plan of care, collect assessment data for each patient, determine appropriate nursing diagnoses, identify expected patient outcomes, determine the plan of care, implement interventions, and evaluate patient outcomes.</li>
<li>Develops assessment and management strategies based on a consideration of the physical, functional, cultural, social, economic, developmental, spiritual, vocational, and leisure dimensions of human responses to actual and potential health problems.</li>
<li>Demonstrates knowledge of the impact of actual or potential illness and each patient’s physical, functional, cultural, social, economic, developmental, spiritual, vocational, and leisure status.</li>
<li>Utilizes leadership skills by coordinating and collaborating with the patient, family, significant other(s), communities, and members of the inter-professional team in assessing needs, setting goals, planning interventions, providing care, and evaluating outcomes.</li>
<li>Utilizes effective communication to participate with the patient, family, significant other(s), and other health care providers in collaborative decision making that reflects the understanding that care should be culturally sensitive, ethical, legal, holistic, informed, compassionate, and humane, and within the boundaries of available economic resources.</li>
<li>Educates the patient, family, and significant other(s) about measures that promote, maintain, and restore health or promote comfort.</li>
<li>Fosters a healthy work environment within the practice setting and profession by serving as a mentor and role model for nursing colleagues, students, and others.</li>
<li>Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to medical-surgical nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.</li>
<li>Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.</li>
<li>May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
EDUCATION
<ul>
<li>Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing</li>
</ul>
EXPERIENCE
<ul>
<li>No experience required</li>
</ul>
 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
<ul>
<li>Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.</li>
<li>Constant standing and walking.</li>
<li>Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.</li>
<li>Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.</li>
<li>Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.</li>
<li>Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.</li>
<li>Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.</li>
<li>Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.</li>
<li>Occasional lifting/moving of patients.</li>
<li>Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.</li>
<li>Occasional driving.</li>
<li>Rare crawling and running.</li>
</ul>
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS&nbsp; &nbsp; State of Work Location: Illinois&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;And&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
State of Work Location: Missouri&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;And&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Or&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; State of Work Location: Oklahoma&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;And&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Or&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; State of Work Location: Wisconsin&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;And&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Or&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:
Employee
Department:
1003000037 Med Surg -Bordley 6NScheduled Weekly Hours:36
Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
<ul>
<li>
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
Flexible Payment Options:&nbsp;our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay&nbsp;(fees may apply)&nbsp;before payday.
</li>
<li>
Upfront Tuition Coverage:&nbsp;we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

Registered Nurse - Epilepsy Monitoring - Days

<h3>Job Description</h3>
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
PRN
Job Highlights:
Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility!
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses, manages, directs, and provides nursing care care activities during the patient's hospital stay and coordinates planning with other disciplines utilizing a patient/customer driven approach.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: 
1) Performs comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment. 
Criteria
A) Performs age-appropriate admission assessment or transfer assessment. Obtains input from family/guardian when appropriate.
B) Accurately and completely documents findings.
C) Performs assessment of post-op/post-invasive procedure patients.
D) Assesses and documents education and discharge needs of patient and family on admission and throughout hospitalization.
E) Provides patient reassessment documenting pertinent observations according to the patient plan of care, changes in condition, status and/or diagnosis, response to care, procedures, etc., and standards of care. 
2) Establishes, coordinates and evaluates a plan of care based on analysis of assessment data, patient diagnosis, lab data, tests, procedures, physician orders, protocols and standards of care and other information as relevant. 
Criteria
A)Identifies short and long term goals based on patient care needs.
B)Formulates nursing interventions to achieve desired patient outcome.
C) Incorporates disease specific evidenced based practice into nursing care plan and other documentation
3)Provides and documents nursing interventions based on assessed patient needs, plan of care, and changes in patient status.
Criteria
A) Collaborates with appropriate health team members for coordination of daily plan of care for assigned patients. 
B) Provides, coordinates and communicates patient care, including accurate Handoff Communication Reports. 
C) Administers and documents medications accurately according to policies and procedures. 
D) Monitors, maintains and documents accurate IV fluids and parenteral nutrition according to policies and procedures. 
E) Completes referrals as indicated by assessment data. 
F) Requests consultation for special needs, equipment, or information for patient and/or family. 
G) Provides patient/family education and discharge planning per documentation guidelines and protocol.
H) Clarifies all physician orders as warranted. 
I) Acknowledges and implements physician orders in an accurate and timely manner as evidenced by documentation in the medical record. 
J) Assists physician with procedures/treatments as requested or delegates to Care Partner as appropriate. 
K) Documents "Readback" for all telephone/verbal orders. 
L) Takes telephone/verbal orders only in emergency situations. 
M) Recognizes changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate nursing actions. 
N) Involves the family/guardian when providing care and in decision-making as appropriate. 
O) Recognizes risks for patient and takes appropriate action. 
P) Incorporates use of Infection Control practices in daily care. 
4) Documents and or communicates nursing care and or changes in patient condition.
Criteria
A) Performs and documents ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of care based on assessment data, nursing interventions, patient response to medications, treatments and procedures. 
B) Evaluates and documents effectiveness of patient/family education. 
C) Evaluates plan of care and modifies as indicated in "A" above. 
D) Recognizes significant changes in patient's clinical parameters and reports immediately to physician and others as indicated. 
E) Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution. 
F) Reports variation from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedures. 
5)Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury.
Criteria
A) Restraint Care
1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application
2.Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.
3. Monitors and assesses patient's response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals. 
4. Provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis. 
5. Provides consultation for peers to determine alternatives to restraints and 1:1 observation. 
6. Documents restraint use and associated care thoroughly.
B) Pain Management 
1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments. 
2. Incorporates patient's cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan. 
3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment. 
4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan. 
5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy.
C) Abuse Assessment 
1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments. 
2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the Administrative Director of Behavioral Health, physician, Risk Management and Social Work. 
3. Takes appropriate action to support patient safety when signs of abuse are noted.
6) Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice. 
Criteria
A) Adheres to all quality and performance standards, policies, procedures, protocols when implementing clinical and technical aspects of care. 
1. Participates in learning experiences that increases professional competence.
B) Demonstrates appropriate technical and cognitive skills for area of practice.
C) Maintains currency in all hospital/unit information, communication, policies and procedures. 
1. Attends staff meetings/reviews minutes when absent 
2. Participates in Committee(s), Shared Governance, Work Team(s), in a leadership and or in membership role 
3. Reviews Hospital/Nursing publications 
4. Keeps up to date with policies and procedures 
5. Participates and or keeps up to date with Shared Governance and Unit Based Practice Council activities and information. Contributes to requests for feedback.
D) Demonstrates ability to change and adapt to changing work demands 
1. Responds positively to change 
2. Provides assistance and support to peers, co-workers and other team members
3.Adapts positively to changes in unplanned work load and job demands
7) Ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and appropriate manner. 
Criteria
A) Orients and/or precepts new employees when required.
B) Participates in and maintains a collaborative team approach toward work. 
C) Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff and other members of the health care team. 
D) Effectively assumes and delegates care and other activities to the appropriate team member. 
E) Redirects clinical staff when the medical plan of care is altered. 
F) Communicates the plan of care to be followed on each individual patient in a precise and professional manner. 
G) Responsible for the supervision and teaching of students/new staff nurses. 
8) Safety/Infection Control: Performs job in accordance with safety and infection control policies. 
Criteria
A) Practices standard precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. 
B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance to hospital standards. 
1. Maintains clutter free environment. 
2. Follows hand hygiene procedures. 
3. Utilizes Safe Patient Handling techniques and equipment. 
4. Keeps personal conversations/background noise to a minimum. 
5. Adheres to dress code. 
C) Reports risk management concerns using eSRM. 
D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: 
1. Maintains current license and certifications 
2. Maintain up to date BLS and HI 
3. Annual TB Screening and Influenza vaccination 
4. Annual Ethics Training (Initial Ethics, if new employee) 
5. Annual Safety Training 
6. Required Information Security course
7. Required Abuse &amp; Neglect course 
8. Annual Blood Borne Pathogens training (if required) 
9. Coursework as assigned for .edu 
10. Annual competency 
11. Age/Population specific competency (if applicable) 
12. orientation competency (if new hire) 
13. Service Specific 
E) Reports variations from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedure. 
9) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner. 
Criteria
A)Demonstrates care and courtesy
1. Provides prompt, respectful, courteous service. 
2. Meets physical, spiritual, psychological and emotional needs of patients and families. 
3.Works with other members of the health care team to see that call lights are answered promptly. 
4. Apologizes for mix-up and delay. 
B) Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality 
1. Listens to staff/patient/family concerns and addresses needs.
2. Explains procedures and all education in a manner that staff/patient/family understand. 
3. Allows time for questions. 
C) Demonstrates competence and collaboration 
1. Provides accurate handoff reports. 
2. Provides quality care in accordance to standards. 
3. Shares knowledge with other departments to facilitate work flow and continuity. 
D) Provides cost effect services 
1. Uses resources wisely. 
2. Recommends changes in practice that increases efficiency and minimizes waste. 
E) Ensures that customer satisfaction is maintained through the use of the "Principles and Commitments" of the hospital AIDET and "One Mission, One Spirit".
10) Incorporates Performance Improvement and Evidenced Based Practice into individual professional practice. 
Criteria
A) Assist in developing and implementing nursing unit goals. 
B) Remains current with evidenced based practice initiatives. 
C) Identifies opportunities for improvement, participates in data collection when requested, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority and works toward problem resolution. 
D) Participates in the performance/process improvement process. 
1. Assists in developing unit based Performance Improvement and action plans. 
2. Leads a performance improvement team when requested 
3. Contributes to data collection 
4. Participates in evaluation of Performance Improvement results. 
E) Participates in nursing research activities. 
F) Participates in Departmental and Hospital Performance Improvement activities when warranted. 
G) Participates in occurrence reviews 
H) Contributes to the maintenance/improvement of all nursing quality indicators. 
11) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: _____Adult _____Geriatric 
Criteria
A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth &amp; development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department.
B)Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs.
C) Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction. 
D) Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided. 
E)Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. 
12) Cost Effective Services 
Criteria
A) Uses resources efficiently. 
B) Recommends change in practice that increase efficiency and minimize waste. 
C) Documents chargeable supplies and equipment used to provide care. 
D) Prioritizes responsibilities and completes work on time. 
E) Utilizes non-clinical time in a constructive manner, i.e. completing chart audits, .edu, mandatory education requirements.
DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. 
Job Specifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Licensed to work as an RN in the state of Missouri
WORKING CONDITIONS: May be exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases. Exposure to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency and crisis situations. Subject to irregular hours. 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Occasional prolonged standing/walking. Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching. 
Employee___________________________________________Date____________ 
Supervisor__________________________________________Date_____________ 
Department Director __________________________________Date_____________ 
Administration________________________________________Date_____________ 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. An individual working in their job classification must also perform specific tasks upon request by supervisor personnel. Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion of the medical center.
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