Job Summary
This is a full-time day opportunity in our med surg unit at Houghton Hospital! Join a team that cares for our nurses and patients!
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Essential Functions
Qualifications
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2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role in an acute care setting required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
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Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
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Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
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Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
Licenses and Certifications
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RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
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BCLS - Basic Life Support required
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ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
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PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
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NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
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Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.
As a core employee with Northwest Healthcare, you will be eligible for competitive base pay, night shift incentives, and a robust total rewards compensation package. Included in our benefits package includes some of the following: health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more! You can also qualify for tuition assistance and a loan reimbursement program up to $20,000K for qualified programs. Apply to learn more!
Northwest Medical Center Houghton is a 44-bed, full-service hospital serving Tucson's east side. With a cath lab, 24/7 emergency care at our emergency department and Northwest Emergency Center at Vail, ICU (medical/surgical and telemetry), full lab and radiology services and four operating rooms supporting a broad array of specialties, Northwest Medical Center Houghton holds plenty of opportunity for applicants. Whether caring for patients at the bedside or supporting the hospital in a non-clinical role, we're excited to build a team who can really make an impact on our community. Northwest Medical Center Houghton is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
