Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Job TitleIntegrate collaborative care planning for individual patients and implement nursing standards in the processes of care.ResponsibilitiesUtilizes the nursing process in caring for all patients, to include: assessing symptoms, planning interventions, implementing treatment plans, evaluating responses to interventions, and revising plan based on overall effectiveness.Demonstrates the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the population served.Adheres to the established practice standards and procedures at New London Hospital, in the administration of all medications and in-patient care activities.Documents care provided using hospital standards and appropriate nursing notesProvides education to patients and families based on assessment of learning needs.Participates in interdisciplinary discharge planning.Ensures patient environment is safe and free from hazards.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Assists in the orientation of new employees to the Medical/Surgical Unit.Participates in required hospital and/or unit competenciesAttends staff meetings as required by Clinical ManagerQualificationsGraduate of an accredited school of nursing.1 year of relevant clinical practiceCritical thinking skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to collaborate with multiple disciplines in a professional mannerRequired Licensure/CertificationsREQUIRED LICENSE(S): Licensed RN with NH eligibilityREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: (ACLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 180 days