Registered Nurse, RN, Emergency Department, FT, Days

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization, while complying with laws and regulations in maintaining patient information. This position leads the coordination of care for patients by applying effective decision‑making skills based on patient/family healthcare needs and priorities. Essential Job Responsibilities Develop therapeutic relationships with patients and families promoting decision making based on the assessment of patient medical histories, symptoms, examinations, diagnosis, conditions and treatments. Communicate and collaborate concisely and continuously among the clinical team, including physicians, both verbally and in documentation focusing on patients’ identified problems and needs. Implement and monitor patient care plans, as well as record and communicate patient conditions to optimize health outcomes. Assess and coordinate patient discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team. Apply collaborative teamwork and leadership as a member of an inter‑professional team to coordinate patient‑centered care and achieve quality patient and unit outcomes. Utilize information, resources and technology to support patient‑centered care. Engage in nursing processes including patient/family engagement, evidence‑based practices (EBP), safety and process improvement. Exemplify professionalism: pursue lifelong learning, contribute to the science of nursing, participate in governance, share knowledge to expand best practices, and build the ethical and regulatory base for quality care. Perform nursing care according to the population served on the unit as referenced in the Administrative Scope of Services Policy. Perform other duties as assigned in line with current basic nursing scope. Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential function of the position. Job Qualifications Associate’s degree in Nursing or nursing diploma. Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers; certificate in ACLS and PALS may waive the BLS requirement depending on the department. Current Registered Nurse license to practice in Kansas. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. ACLS certification within 6 months of hire (ED, ICU/2East or other units). Equal‑Employment Opportunity Statement LMH Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr