Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating as per the nursing process. Responsibilities Assesses the patient on admission and monitors the patient on an ongoing basis. Assesses patient/family learning needs. Recognizes and responds to changes in the patient’s condition. Documents assessment data on admission and on an ongoing basis. Plans and coordinates care based on assessment of the patient’s status and identified needs. Involves family or significant others in the plan of care as desired by the patient. Initiates individualized teaching plans to ensure positive outcomes and timely discharge. Implements supportive and rehabilitative nursing care according to identified patient needs. Collapses with the multidisciplinary team to achieve desired patient outcomes. Initiates and verifies physician orders. Utilizes nursing judgment in the provision of care. Evaluates patients or families’ response to interventions and progress toward desired outcomes. Organizes patient care based on patient needs and available resources. Serves as the patient advocate by providing compassionate nursing care, individualized to meet the special needs of each patient. Identifies priorities for care of assigned patients. Coordinates patient care activities with services provided by ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes. Demonstrates professional development, accountability, and leadership in the performance of professional nursing practice. Adheres to the organization’s Cornerstone standards and hospital mission and values at all times. Reports to work when scheduled. Maintains a professional appearance that demonstrates a positive image. Maintains patient confidentiality and acts in an ethical manner at all times. Follows legal and ethical guidelines in providing nursing care. Maintains competencies and continues development of professional/clinical knowledge through continuing education. Assists with staff orientation and professional development. Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and co-workers. Supports research and participates in quality improvement initiatives. Administers medications according to established policies. Complies with patient safety goals and programs. Qualifications Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Florida. Degree from an accredited school of nursing; bachelor degree preferred. Completion of general and nursing orientation. Completion of unit orientation and unit-specific competency checklist. Professional interpersonal communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues. Certifications as required by the specific unit/area. Completion of annual competency-based learning modules. Excellent communication skills in dealing with physicians, patients, families, and other disciplines. #J-18808-Ljbffr