Job Description:
* Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors of patients. * Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care, regularly evaluating and revising these plans as necessary. * Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely, following physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions. * Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and compliance. * Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care, ensuring effective communication and teamwork. * Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record. * Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and interventions continuously, making necessary adjustments to improve patient health and achieve positive outcomes. * Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe healthcare environment. * Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families, addressing their emotional and psychological needs. * Supervise and delegate care provided by members of the healthcare team to ensure quality and efficiency. * Engage in continuous professional development and participate in performance improvement activities to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. * Respond to code situations promptly and effectively, providing necessary interventions to stabilize patients.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- Ability to work as a Team player within a unit
- Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
- EKG (based on patient ; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)
- Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)
- Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs
- Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes
Education:
- Associate's of Nursing [Required]
- Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]
Work Experience:
- 1+ acute care hospital setting [Preferred]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
- Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
- Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) [Preferred]
- Neonatal Med Certification (NEONATAL MED) [Preferred]
- Pediatric ER Assess, Recog & Stabilization (PEARS) [Preferred]
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer w/ OB/GYN Spec (RDMS-OBGYN) [Preferred]
- NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program [Preferred]
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification [Preferred]
- Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC) [Preferred]
- Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) [Preferred]
- Critical Care Registered Nurse - Tele-ICU (CCRN-E) [Preferred]
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) [Preferred]
- Oncology Nurse Society (ONS) [Preferred]
- Board Certified Pediatrics (BCP) [Preferred]
- Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) [Preferred]
- Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC) [Preferred]
Pay: $31.53 - $52.24 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- acute care hospital setting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Registered Nurse (RN) License (Required)
Work Location: In person
