• Nurse Leader

    Parkview North Hospital (Fort Wayne, IN)


    Summary

    The 6 Medical department is located on the 6th floor at Parkview Randallia Hospital and is made up of 20 beds. Coworkers in this department are cross trained to work with a combination of Med Surg and other patient populations. Applicants for this department should be comfortable working in a dynamic nursing environment to provide care to patients at all stages of life.

     

    Responsible to develop an overall view of patients, family and caregivers by establishing strong partnerships dedicated to optimal care. The NL facilitates the delivery of optimal patient care by the healthcare team through delegation, facilitation, collaboration, critical thinking and prioritization. The NL is accountable for the management of care and the care environment by ensuring effective communication through all members of the healthcare team. Independently plans and provides excellent professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders, established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice, Indiana Nurse Practice Act, and the ANA Code of Ethics.

    Education

    Must obtain Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within three years of employment or will not be eligible to continue in the role. Coursework is completed outside of work hours. Nurses with an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), hired/rehired or transferred from a non-nursing position prior to 12/1/17 are grandfathered into the role and not required to obtain BSN.

     

    Licensure/Certification

     

    Valid Indiana Registered Nurse license required. Must have current CPR certification. Additional certifications may be required for specified areas.

     

    Addendums are required for 0153 Nurse Leader, 0249 Registry RN, 0252 Registered Nurse, 0235 Advanced Registered Nurse, and 0236 Expert Registered Nurse. To view addendums, go to the job description page on Parkview’s intranet.

    Experience

    Must have 2-3 years of experience in area of specialty applying for NL role.

    Other Qualifications

    Must have good verbal and written communication skills.