RN-ER (nights)

Citizens Health is looking for a Registered Nurse to work full-time night in the ER at Citizens Medical Center, our acute care facility. Our Mission: Enhancing the lives of those we serve. About Us: Citizens Health is a community based, private, not-for-profit organization. It is comprised of: Citizens Medical Center - a 25 bed critical access hospital, Family Center for Health Care - an outpatient rural health clinic, PrairieSenior - a skilled nursing facility, Citizens Clubhouse - an onsite childcare center that cares for children 6 weeks to school age for our workforce, Citizens Medical Equipment - our durable medical equipment business, Palace Drug Store - our outpatient pharmacy We strive to be progressive, dependable and knowledgeable, while providing compassionate, evidence-based care to the residents of northwest Kansas. Location: 100 E College Ave, Colby, Ks Position Information: Citizens Health is looking for a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to work Full-Time at Citizens Medical Center, our acute care facility. Under the leadership of the Department Manager and/or Nurse Supervisor, coordinates total nursing care for patients, participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing staff and other health care team personnel in maintaining standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Registered Nurses will report to the Nurse Manager. Days/Hours: This facility is staffed 365 days a years, 24 hours a day, night shift is 6PM to 6AM Pay Range: Dependent upon degree and experience. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for this position. What you’ll do: Provide direct patient care to meet patientneeds using the nursing process. Utilizenursing assessment skills in evaluating needsofpatient and family. Plan individualized patientcare based on needs assessment. Implementindividualized plan of care. Evaluate patientcare based on continuous needs assessments andreassessments. Administer medications in a timely and safemanner. Demonstrate accountability and acceptresponsibility for a constant awareness ofassigned patients overall condition. Develop and evaluate individualized patientteaching for patient/family members. Promote positive interpersonal relationships anddemonstrate effective communication skills tosolve problems, to carry out hospital policiesand procedures and coordinate patient care. Promote own professional growth and demonstrateprofessional conduct in regard to thedepartment, professional relationships, and thepractice of nursing. What you bring to the table: Current Licensure by the Kansas Board of Nursing, minimum of one year ER experience Current C.P.R. certification or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire. Critical thinking and rapid decision making Strong assessment and triage abilities Ability to remain calm under pressure Proficiency in emergency medical procedures and technology Adequate knowledge of nursing theory and practices. Thorough knowledge of principles, methods and techniques involved in performing general nursing services and adapting or modifying standard nursing practices for care of specific cases. Ability to deal understandingly and tactfully in a professional manner with patients and their families. Ability to maintain good working relationship with personnel in other departments. Ability to provide direction in application of nursing process, quality improvement standard, organization and departmental goals and objectives, and the State Nurse Practice Act. To be successful within our organization you will need to: Possess interpersonal skills needed to function in a ‘team’ setting. Be a self-starter who takes initiative, is open minded and a team player. Maintain a positive attitude with good energy. Create a positive, supportive working atmosphere. Display integrity and accountability. Accept and respond to constructive criticism and suggestions and strives for self-improvement. Adhere to organization policies and procedures. Arrive at work on time and when scheduled. Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and ingenuity in performing job tasks. Demonstrate professional conduct and maintains professional appearance. Demonstrate behavior that reflects the image of the institution. Available Benefits Medical, dental and vision insurance available Pre-Tax and Roth Contributions Automatic 6% salary deferral upon employment Regular and matching contributions after one-year and 1,000 hours worked Provides Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Full-time coverage - equal to two times employees annual income Part-time coverage - one-time annual income Differential and Certification Pay Eligible employees receive shift, weekend and holiday differential pay Other Benefits Paid time off Student loan reimbursement On-site child care services Funeral leave Health Savings Account Dependent, Medical and Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts Group Insurance with The Standard Discounted membership rate for MASA Many More! Visit Us at: Citizens Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or discharge history, or any other characteristic protected by law. Citizens Medical Center, Inc. implements a Drug Free Workplace Program. Drug testing is required of applicants in accordance with relevant laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Citizens Health