RN - MS

Registered Nurse

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Profession: RN Specialty: Medical-Surgical

Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 1 year License: Current RN License issued by the State Board of Nursing or a current multistate compact RN License Certifications: Current Basic Life Support and ACLS issued by the American Heart Association

Must-Have:

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients
• Some computer skills

Description:

Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments. Notes all changes in physician orders for assigned patients. Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients. Observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care competently. Interacts with family and patients in sharing the care plan during hospitalization and at the time of discharge. Informs patients and their families of hospital procedures. Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Delegates tasks to support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.