Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana, PA

Registered Nurse - Medical and Supportive Care - Weekend Program

Purpose * The Weekend Program was developed to offer employees an alternative scheduled that will suit their individual needs while also meeting the staffing needs of the hospital which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 365 days a year. Definitions * Additional $10 per hour * Weekend Employee-works 24 hours each weekend. Weekend Program * 12-hour shifts during the hours of Friday at 7:00PM to Monday at 7:00AM. * Guidelines * The weekend employee will be paid ten dollars/hour in addition to their base rate. * The weekend employee will work every weekend. If a holiday falls on a weekend, the weekend employee will be required to work the holiday. * Weekend employees will work 49 out of 52 weekends a year. * The weekend employee may be assigned two non-consecutive shifts. * A weekend employee may work non-weekend shifts beyond their required 24 hours. * Non-weekend shifts will be paid at the standard scale rate for the position along with any applicable shift differentials and extra shift pay, including weekdays and holidays. * Hours worked outside of the Weekend Program will be paid at the weekday rate; this included orientation, training and education requirements. * Paid Time Off (PTO) * An employee that transfers into the weekend program may carry forward up to 40 hours of available PTO. * PTO in excess of 40 hours will be paid out at the employee's current pre-weekend rate upon transfer. Upon transfer the employee will accrue PTO at the same accrual rate as non-weekend employees. * Benefits-Weekend employees are considered PT and are eligible for PT benefits. * Once a weekend employee transfers out of the program, they will not be eligible to return for 6 months; or at their manager's discretion. * Attendance-If a weekend employee fails to work or calls off more than 3 scheduled weekends, they may be removed from the program. All other attendance issues/concerns will follow Human Resources Policy #400, Attendance. Job Summary Coordinates the provision of direct patient care according to Nursing Care Standards. The Registered/Graduate Nurse assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and records patient care in accordance with the medical and nursing plans of care, policies and procedures. Participates in teaching and involves individuals and their families in their health promotion, maintenance, restoration and rehabilitation. Coordinates discharge planning in conjunction with other members of the health team. Directs and assists Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Nursing Students in rendering care to patients. Works collaboratively with all members of the patient care team and provides leadership so that standards of professional nursing practice are maintained in the clinical setting. Is able to respond quickly and appropriately to changes in patients' clinical conditions. Demonstrates ability to function as a charge nurse as assigned. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the span of life and identifies age specific needs and plans care accordingly. Maintains responsibility and accountability for their individual professional practice and all actions as a licensed nurse for the quality of care delivered. Job Specification * Minimum Education Required * Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program. * Licensure/Certification Required * Must possess current license as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or eligible nurse must pass their nursing boards within 6 months of hire. * Must be BLS certified required (or obtain within one month of hire). Skills * Must possess nursing knowledge to effectively assess patients to formulate, implement and evaluate plans of care and document completely. * Must demonstrate interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, families and other members of the health care team. * Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position and complete the established orientation process. * Must demonstrate the ability to utilize the hospital computer system. * Must demonstrate commitment to service excellence and performance improvement.