RN Resident

Overview Responsible for the nursing care of patients requiring substantial specialized judgment and skill. This judgment and skill is based on knowledge of the natural, behavioral and nursing sciences and humanities as the basis for application of the nursing process in wellness and illness care. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision, and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, deliberate focus on service expectations, and a consistent thriving for excellence. What you will do Patient assessments are performed accurately and timely. Develops a prioritized holistic plan of care based on a comprehensive assessment, desired outcomes, and current knowledge. Safely implements the plan of care for patients, either directly or by delegation. Evaluates the patient plan of care on a continuous basis. Effectively communicates in writing and orally with patients/families and other health team members. Demonstrates and promotes professional practice of all members of the nursing care team. Education Qualifications Associate's Degree Nursing Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing Experience Qualifications No prior work experience Skills and Abilities Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts, and techniques central to the professional discipline in Nursing. Analytical skills necessary to assess complex patient conditions effectively and to develop comprehensive plans of care. Synthesizes multiple sources of information to assist in the resolution of human responses to complex problems. Licenses and Certifications BASIC LIFE SUPPORT – American Heart Association Registered Nurse Tennessee – Tennessee Board of Nursing Supervision Provided by this Position The Registered Nurse directs and delegates all patient care activities on nursing units. Physical Demands Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations. Ability to handle and administer narcotics as needed. Ability to read and write to communicate orally and in writing with other individuals. Normal hearing; normal vision, including color, night, and peripheral vision. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance and push and pull up to 250 lbs. Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, sit in one place, squat, kneel, reach, bend, crawl and twist throughout the shift. Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motion as well as using hands for gripping and squeezing; ability to use hands and feet together for repetitive, coordinated motions. Good hand-eye coordination. #J-18808-Ljbffr 1000 Methodist Le Bonheur Corp