REGISTERED NURSE I-III

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Health and Human Services

New Hampshire Hospital

36 Clinton St.

Concord, NH 03301

REGISTERED NURSE I-III

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Full-Time, 1st Shift

Position #44711

$42.97/hour - $66.07/hour

• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, New Hampshire Hospital has a full-time vacancy for an RN I-III- Professional Development.

Summary

REGISTERED NURSE I

To provide ongoing training in accordance with nursing standards to facilitate the safety and care of patients at NHH. Under the supervision of the Nursing Coordinator for Professional Development, assists in monitoring and evaluating the educational needs of all NHH staff. Collaborates with unit nurse coordinators, and department managers to ensure continuous improvement in the quality of care and management practices.

Practices within the standards of the Department, Hospital, Regulatory Agencies, and the American Nurses’ Association.

REGISTERED NURSE II

To provide ongoing training in accordance with nursing standards to facilitate the safety and care of patients at NHH. Under the supervision of the Nursing Coordinator for Professional Development, assists in monitoring and evaluating the educational needs of all NHH staff. Collaborates with unit nurse coordinators, and department managers to ensure continuous improvement in the quality of care and management practices.

Practices within the standards of the Department, Hospital, Regulatory Agencies, and the American Nurses’ Association.

REGISTERED NURSE III

To provide ongoing training in accordance with nursing standards to facilitate the safety and care of patients at NHH. Under the supervision of the Nursing Coordinator for Professional Development, assists in monitoring and evaluating the educational needs of all NHH staff. Collaborates with unit nurse coordinators, and department managers to ensure continuous improvement in the quality of care and management practices.

Practices within the standards of the Department, Hospital, Regulatory Agencies, and the American Nurses’ Association.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Other information

REGISTERED NURSE I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education : Graduation from a recognized nursing program with either affiliate or postgraduate courses and clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics and psychiatric nursing.

Experience

Experience is limited to that required for registration.

License/Certification

Registered Nurse license to practice in NH

Other Requirements: An employee may be required to work additional hours beyond their normal work shift, engaged in work that is characteristic of their classification, in order to meet patient care needs/safe staffing levels, established by the Nursing Department of New Hampshire Hospital.

Trainee Option

Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Eligibility for Instructor Certification for Crisis Prevention Institute, CPR, Safe Driving as well as a valid NH Driver’s license.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

• None CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: None Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: 29114001BGA01 (Level 1 to Level 2) For promotion from the 29-1140 Registered Nurses-1 job title to the 29-1140 Registered Nurses-2 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.
• REGISTERED NURSE II MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from a recognized nursing program with either affiliate or postgraduate courses and clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics and psychiatric nursing.

Experience

One year's experience as a registered nurse in a setting equivalent to the position assigned.

License/Certification

Registered Nurse license to practice in NH

Other Requirements : An employee may be required to work additional hours beyond their normal work shift, engaged in work that is characteristic of their classification, in order to meet patient care needs/safe staffing levels, established by the Nursing Department of New Hampshire Hospital.

Trainee Option

Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Eligibility for Instructor Certification for Crisis Prevention Institute, CPR, Safe Driving as well as a valid NH Driver’s license.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

• None CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: None Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: 29114002BGA02 (Level 2 to Level 3) For promotion from the 29-1140 Registered Nurses-2 job title to the 29-1140 Registered Nurses-3 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.
• REGISTERED NURSE III MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in nursing, human services, psychology, or a related field.

Experience

• One year of experience as a registered nurse in a setting similar or equivalent to the position assigned.
• OR Education : Graduation from a recognized nursing program and possession of an Associate’s degree in nursing, human services, psychology, or a related field.

Experience

• Two years' experience as a registered nurse in a residential, nursing home, long-term care facility, or similar setting.
• License/Certification: 1.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.
• 2.
• Current certification in CPR.
• 3.
• Must be certified by the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying entity in any specialty area, e.g. psychiatric and mental health nursing, gerontological nursing, maternal and child nursing, oncology, wound care, or a specialty related to long term nursing care.

Other Requirements

An employee may be required to work additional hours beyond their normal work shift, engaged in work that is characteristic of their classification, in order to meet patient care needs/safe staffing levels, established by the Nursing Department of New Hampshire Hospital.

Trainee Option

Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Eligibility for Instructor Certification for Crisis Prevention Institute, CPR, Safe Driving as well as a valid NH Driver’s license.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

• None CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: None Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria: None DISCLAIMERS: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position.
• An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
• When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual.
• An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE I

DETAILED TASKS (STANDARD):

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

Supports the organizational and department mission, philosophy, goals and objectives as demonstrated by providing positive professional presence in unit-based, departmental, hospital-wide and public meetings/committees.

Apply nursing process techniques in the care and treatment of patients with a variety of diagnosis: Acts as an educational and clinical resource to nursing staff in assessment of clinical problems and in implementation of Nursing Process, Nursing Theory and Standards of Care as defined by the ANA Scope and Standards of Psychiatric-Mental Health Standards.

Reacts to situations and uses knowledge to inform and guide attempts to find solutions to situations. Acts as a liaison to unit nursing staff to provide educational resources to support the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing strategies that will enhance patient outcomes; maintains ongoing awareness of change process and its effect on the patient and staff milieu.

Participates, identifies and collaborates in the planning and implementation of multidisciplinary in-service programs for NHH employees. Designs, updates, teaches/facilitates and evaluates workshops, educational programs and meetings that improve processes at NHH for clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure the safety and care of patients.

Supports and participates in- unit based as well as hospital wide educational activities.

Participates in the measurement and evaluation of outcomes of educational programs and supports/participates in unit-based and hospital-wide research. Coordinates special projects as assigned.

Provides staff with in-service training necessary to perform the duties of direct care: participates in the orientation of new hospital staff. Contributes to the assessment to the training program to ensure clinical competency and performance of nursing staff by participating in the evaluation, maintenance and distribution of clinical competencies and standards of practice.

Coordinates and /or assists in the set-up and operation of AV equipment to support the use of technology in NHH presentations, seminars and other educational activities.

Acts as a role model for professional nursing behaviors in all aspects of job performance. Expands current knowledge base through participation and development of ongoing professional educational programs.

May be required to work directly with patients as needed.

Participates with physicians and other disciplines to evaluate and assess patient’s physical and emotional status. Participates in the implementation of methods to improve processes that maintain and ensure a safe therapeutic environment and improve the quality of care provided to patients.

Performs/teaches specialized nursing procedures as encountered in the professional practice in accordance with hospital policies. Maintains certification to teach CPR, Safe Driving and Crisis Management and. Responds to emergency codes related to instructor expertise (i.e.

CPR and CMP) to provide support as a content expert and observe, to be able to recommend methods to promote a safe therapeutic environment and quality patient care.

Other duties as assigned to carry out the mission of Professional Development.

Workplace Safety Accountabilities

Ensures compliance with established hospital and departmental safety policies and procedures by:

• Conducting periodic (minimum quarterly basis) on site reviews.
• Completing competency-based review, when applicable.
• Providing on the spot reinforcement/training on safety issues; referring staff to formal training programs, as appropriate; and
• Recording safety related initiatives for annual reporting.

Total Commitment to Quality

Participates in the formulation of the mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives for the Department. Carries out same by acting as an agent of the Department within the hospital. Supports the organizational mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives as demonstrated by a positive leadership presence in unit based, departmental, hospital wide, or in public meetings/committees.

Participates in the process of continuous quality improvement by supporting unit‑based quality improvement activities. Demonstrates commitment to customer service values in professional conduct and by promoting such values in assigned staff.

REGISTERED NURSE II

DETAILED TASKS (STANDARD): None

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

Supports the organizational and department mission, philosophy, goals and objectives as demonstrated by providing positive professional presence in unit-based, departmental, hospital-wide and public meetings/committees.

Apply nursing process techniques in the care and treatment of patients with a variety of diagnosis: Acts as an educational and clinical resource to nursing staff in assessment of clinical problems and in implementation of Nursing Process, Nursing Theory and Standards of Care as defined by the ANA Scope and Standards of Psychiatric-Mental Health Standards.

Acts as a liaison to unit nursing staff to provide educational resources to support the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing strategies that will enhance patient outcomes; maintains ongoing awareness of change process and its effect on the patient and staff milieu. Responds to situations and uses knowledge and experience to find solutions to situations.

Participates, observes and collaborates in the planning and implementation of multidisciplinary in-service programs for NHH employees. Designs, updates, teaches/facilitates and evaluates workshops, educational programs and meetings that improve processes at NHH for clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure the safety and care of patients. Supports and participates in- unit based as well as hospital wide educational activities.

Participates in the measurement and evaluation of outcomes of educational programs and supports/participates in unit-based and hospital-wide research. Coordinates special projects as assigned.

Provides staff with in-service training necessary to perform the duties of direct care: participates in the orientation of new hospital staff. Make assessment to the training program to ensure clinical competency and performance of nursing staff by participating in the evaluation, maintenance and distribution of clinical competencies and standards of practice.

Coordinates and /or assists in the set-up and operation of AV equipment to support the use of technology in NHH presentations, seminars and other educational activities.

Acts as a role model for professional nursing behaviors in all aspects of job performance. Expands current knowledge base through participation and development of ongoing professional educational programs.

May be required to work directly with patients as needed.

Participates with physicians and other disciplines to evaluate and assess patient’s physical and emotional status. Participates in the implementation of methods to improve processes that maintain and ensure a safe therapeutic environment and improve the quality of care provided to patients.

Performs/teaches specialized nursing procedures as encountered in the professional practice in accordance with hospital policies. Maintains certification to teach CPR, Safe Driving and Crisis Management and. Responds to emergency codes related to instructor expertise (i.e.

CPR and CMP) to provide support as a content expert and observe, in order to be able to recommend methods to promote a safe therapeutic environment and quality patient care.

Other duties as assigned to carry out the mission of Professional Development.

Workplace Safety Accountabilities

Ensures compliance with established hospital and departmental safety policies and procedures by:

• Conducting periodic (minimum quarterly basis) on site reviews.
• Completing competency-based review, when applicable.
• Providing on the spot reinforcement/training on safety issues; referring staff to formal training programs, as appropriate; and
• Recording safety related initiatives for annual reporting

Total Commitment to Quality

Participates in the formulation of the mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives for the Department. Carries out same by acting as an agent of the Department within the hospital. Supports the organizational mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives as demonstrated by a positive leadership presence in unit based, departmental, hospital wide, or in public meetings/committees.

Participates in the process of continuous quality improvement by supporting unit‑based quality improvement activities. Demonstrates commitment to customer service values in professional conduct and by promoting such values in assigned staff.

REGISTERED NURSE III

DETAILED TASKS (STANDARD): None

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

Supports the organizational and department mission, philosophy, goals and objectives as demonstrated by providing positive professional presence in unit-based, departmental, hospital-wide and public meetings/committees.

Apply nursing process techniques in the care and treatment of patients with a variety of diagnosis: Acts as an educational and clinical resource to nursing staff in assessment of clinical problems and in implementation of Nursing Process, Nursing Theory and Standards of Care as defined by the ANA Scope and Standards of Psychiatric-Mental Health Standards.

Anticipates situations and uses knowledge, experience and expertise to proactively plan solutions to situations. Acts as a liaison to unit nursing staff to provide educational resources to support the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing strategies that will enhance patient outcomes; maintains ongoing awareness of change process and its effect on the patient and staff milieu.

Participates, identifies, assesses, makes recommendations and collaborates in the planning and implementation of multidisciplinary in-service programs for NHH employees. Designs, updates, teaches/facilitates and evaluates workshops, educational programs and meetings that improve processes at NHH for clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure the safety and care of patients.

Supports and participates in- unit based as well as hospital wide educational activities.

Participates in the measurement and evaluation of outcomes of educational programs and supports/participates in unit-based and hospital-wide research. Coordinates special projects as assigned.

Provides staff with in-service training necessary to perform the duties of direct care: participates in the orientation of new hospital staff. Makes assessments to the training program to ensure clinical competency and performance of nursing staff by participating in the evaluation, maintenance and distribution of clinical competencies and standards of practice.

Acts as a role model for professional nursing behaviors in all aspects of job performance. Expands current knowledge base through participation and development of ongoing professional educational programs.

May be required to work directly with patients as needed.

Participates with physicians and other disciplines to evaluate and assess patient’s physical and emotional status. Participates in the implementation of methods to improve processes that maintain and ensure a safe therapeutic environment and improve the quality of care provided to patients.

Performs/teaches specialized nursing procedures as encountered in the professional practice in accordance with hospital policies. Maintains certification to teach CPR, Safe Driving and Crisis Management and. Responds to emergency codes related to instructor expertise (i.e.

CPR and CMP) to provide support as a content expert and observe, in order to be able to recommend methods to promote a safe therapeutic environment and quality patient care.

Other duties as assigned to carry out the mission of Professional Development.

Workplace Safety Accountabilities

Ensures compliance with established hospital and departmental safety policies and procedures by:

• Conducting periodic (minimum quarterly basis) on site reviews.
• Completing competency-based review, when applicable.
• Providing on the spot reinforcement/training on safety issues; referring staff to formal training programs, as appropriate; and
• Recording safety related initiatives for annual reporting.

Total Commitment to Quality

Participates in the formulation of the mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives for the Department. Carries out same by acting as an agent of the Department within the hospital. Supports the organizational mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives as demonstrated by a positive leadership presence in unit based, departmental, hospital wide, or in public meetings/committees.

Participates in the process of continuous quality improvement by supporting unit‑based quality improvement activities. Demonstrates commitment to customer service values in professional conduct and by promoting such values in assigned staff.

For further information please contact Charles Bagley, Chief Innovation Officer, at 603-271-8340 or email [email protected].

You may also contact Human Resources at

[email protected].

• TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

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