OverviewToday, SCA Health has grown to 11,000 teammates who care for 1 million patients each year and support physician specialists holistically in many aspects of patient care. Together, our teammates create value in specialty care by aligning physicians, health plans and health systems around a common goal: delivering on the quadruple aim of high-quality outcomes and a better experience for patients and providers, all at a lower total cost of care.
As part of Optum, we participate in an integrated care delivery system that enables us to support our partners as they navigate a complex healthcare environment, Only SCA Health has a dynamic group of physician-driven, specialty care businesses that allows us to customize solutions, no matter the need or challenge:
- We connect patients to physicians in new and differentiated ways as part of Optum and with our new Specialty Management Solutions business.
- We have pioneered a physician-led, multi-site model of practice solutions that restores physician agency by aligning incentives to support growth and transition to value-based care.
- We lead the industry in value-based payment solutions through our Global 1 bundled payment convener, that provides easy predictable billing to patients.
- We help physicians address everything beyond surgical procedures, including anesthesia and ancillary service lines.
The new SCA Health represents who we are today and where we are going—and the growing career opportunities for YOU.
ResponsibilitiesJOB KNOWLEDGE
- Demonstrates sufficient knowledge to independently perform the duties of the position as stated in the policy manual
- implements appropriate procedures in working with other hospital resources (i.e., lab, x-ray, physical therapy)
- demonstrates knowledge of use and care of general and patient equipment
- demonstrates ability to teach adult learner - on job training
- demonstrates appropriate procedure to follow in event of an emergency such as cardiac arrest, power failure, fire, etc.
- demonstrates ability to supervise and assist nursing personnel in rendering safe, efficient nursing care
- maintains current certification in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
- contributes to the growth and development of the department by participating in projects and committees
- participates in staff development programs, staff meetings, and all mandatory inservices
- recognizes areas of strengths, limitations, and goals in self, and seeks ways to improve self using this knowledge
- enhances professional growth by accepting own responsibility for remaining current and competent through membership and attendance with professional organizations, review of current literature, and attendance of workshops related to peri anesthesia nursing.
- adheres to and supports the established policies of the surgical center
- demonstrates knowledge of patient’s rights, including but not limited to, privacy, confidentiality, and access to records
- ensures that proper techniques and practices are used according to standards of practice, policies and procedures, and physician preferences BBP (BBP-BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN EXPOSURE POSSIBLE)
- adheres to ASPAN standards of practice and PACU protocols
Cognitive/critical thinking skills required
- Uses clinical judgment and problem solving to provide patient care
- performs independent problem solving
- makes decisions logically and deliberately
- performs actions that demonstrate accountability
- exercises safe judgment in decision making
- practices within legal and ethical guidelines
- uses a series of sequential, interdependent decisions concerning the stages in planning for and managing the care provided to patient
- evaluates patient outcomes by:
- documenting progress toward standard of care
- altering plan of care when standards of care are not met
- sets sound priorities for sequencing and completing activities
- is consistently alert to progress of patient and/or any potential problem(s) with patient
- is consistently aware of patient safety
- knows how to seek resources for direction, when necessary
- seeks resources for direction, when necessary
Ability to Assess Learning Ability and Behaviors Required in Teaching the Patient and Family
- considers patients’ and families’ readiness, willingness, and ability to learn depending upon their physical, emotional, and psychosocial development and condition
- demonstrates ability to assess the preferred learning style of the patient and family, and applies assessment to successfully teach
PRODUCTIVITY
- performs satisfactorily the procedures/skills on the skills checklist as detailed in the procedure manual BBP
- demonstrates clinical competence by the end of the initial employment/probationary period
- performs duties daily with minimal supervision
- demonstrates ability to work selectively with one or two patients while being cognizant of needs of other patients and team members BBP
- demonstrates the ability to accurately assess the post operative patient and ensure the continuity of care by: continuous observation, through and complete documentation, and giving and receiving of reports
- demonstrates knowledge, management and intervention of: airway management, oxygen therapy, hemodynamic monitoring and maintenance; cardiac monitoring, neuro-vascular assessment, pain management, medication therapy
- accurately implements physician orders
- demonstrates knowledge of crash cart, where supplies are located on the cart, and ability to use emergency equipment
- notifies surgeon/anesthesiologist of patient condition changes and implements appropriate intervention
- demonstrates initiative in completing job responsibilities
- demonstrates ability to organize work and set priorities
- works overtime as requested by supervisor
- maintains clean, safe, and orderly work area
- performs special duties in a timely manner
- utilizes time effectively
- performs other duties as requested
- returns to work area on time as scheduled, and punctually returns from meals and breaks
- follows appropriate procedure for planning and arranging schedule changes as well as vacation and holidays
- complies with departmental policy when calling in absent
- complies daily with department policy of clocking in and out at start and end of shift as well as for assigned meal breaks.
- performs “on call” coverage according to departmental policy
- practices detailed safety and infection control measures with knowledge of handling of hazardous materials including universal precautions protocol
- identifies and reports health and safety hazards to manager, and corrects as necessary
- verbalizes location and purpose of material safety data sheets
- demonstrates cost effective concerns regarding resource usage; supplies, overtime, etc.
- charges appropriately for supplies and time charges
- fclocks out on time when patient care does not necessitate overtime
- participates (as requested) in continuous quality improvement, quality assurance, and quality control activities for the department and surgical center
- performs monthly audits as assigned
- serves as CQI chairperson when requested
Age Specific Competencies Required
- displays an understanding of each patient’s cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturity in the assessment, treatment, care and services undertaken
- appropriately modifies approach to the patient base upon patient age
- demonstrates understanding of growth & development characteristics
- provides appropriate interventions related to the safety of the patient
- demonstrates understanding of growth and development characteristics
- takes initiative to further own professional growth and development concerning the age of the patient cared for
- independently reads literature
- attends inservices and other educational sessions offered
- shares this knowledge with peers
Cultural Values Assessment and Response
- recognizes, respects, and effectively deals with values and cultural beliefs of patients and their families
- assesses for cultural beliefs about illness and health care of ethnic groups that are represented
COMMUNICATION
- maintains confidentiality of patients, department, and medical center information
- demonstrates ability to clearly express ones self verbally and in written communication
- receives and relays appropriate information accurately and promptly
- applies basic verbal and non-verbal communication skills to identify and reduce anxiety in the patient
- thoroughly and legibly completes all documentation promptly and in an accurate manner
- communicates in a well enunciated manner
- demonstrates knowledge, proficiency and courtesy in using telephones and paging systems
- speaks with pleasant voice tones reflecting a courteous, caring manner
- notifies manager promptly of unusual conditions or problems encountered
- follows chain of command when dealing with problems
Interpersonal Skills Required
Communication:
- strives to achieve service satisfaction goals and objectives with all internal and external contacts and interactions
- demonstrates ability to work effectively with all whom he/she comes in contact intra/inter-departmentally
- demonstrates a positive leadership role
- demonstrates ability to work flexible hours based on the needs of the facility
- demonstrates ability to work in a demanding situation, changing focus of work due to changing priorities
- independently handles communication in a manner which decreases conflict
- conveys essential patient information to members of the health care team
- reports to oncoming staff pertinent information during the required time frame
- reports promptly any critical or unusual situations
- provides psychological support to families
- introduces self to family
- communicates patient’s condition and care to family
- uses terminology the patient and family understand
- documents support given and outcome with patient and family in an unhurried manner
- demonstrates caring behavior
- uses teaching method appropriate to patient and family
- treats patient and family with respect
- uses patients name
- Communicates
- is courteous toward patients, visitors and co-workers
- smiles and makes eye contact
- introduces self and calls others by name
- helps people who look confused or lost
- is considerate of others’ feelings and concerns
- is pleasant and cooperative with others
- is respectful toward patients, visitors, and co-workers
- respects patients’ privacy
- treats patients with care, dignity and compassion
- calls patients by preferred name
- maintains open and honest communication
- demonstrates sense of caring of others’ feelings
ATTITUDE
- exhibits excellent customer relations by demonstrating cooperation, courtesy and respect when interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
- interrelates with ancillary departments, fellow employees, clients and physicians effectively and in a positive manner
- relates with patients and families in a caring, concerned manner
- respects privacy and dignity of patients and co-workers
- communicates in a tactful manner in regard to problem solving
- exhibits objectively in conflict/problem solving
- approaches co-workers directly and honestly when conflicts arise and tries to resolve problems
- exhibits positive behavior response to correction or guidance by manager
- encourages and promotes a positive working environment
- willingly assists others
- functions as a “team” member
- demonstrates attitude of caring, courteous and positive manner
- demonstrates acceptance and flexibility with procedures and assignment changes
- demonstrates professionalism by taking “fair share” of patients (routine as well as challenging ones)
- functions calmly and effectively during stressful and emergency situations
- complies with dress code including wearing name badge
Interpersonal Skills Required
Attitude:
- exhibits a positive attitude, is flexible in thinking and amenable to change
- extends courtesy and an attitude of cooperation while communicating with others
- accepts suggestions and criticisms objectively and undertakes to change behavior and/or seek further guidance if needed
- demonstrates ability to represent Surgery Center of TVH in a favorable and positive manner
Secondary Responsibilites:
- Cross trained to work in POHA/PACU
QualificationsLicense or Certification:
- Idaho license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS required. ACLS and PALS expected within 3 MONTHS of hire.
Total Education, Vocational Training, and Experience:
- Accredited nursing school; prefer PACU, ICU, or ER experience.
USD $40.00/Hr. USD $46.00/Hr.
