Perm - RN - Med Surg (Days)

About the job Perm - RN - Med Surg (Days) The professional nurse providing care to medical/surgical patients utilizing all components of the nursing process (assesses, develops, plans, implements, and evaluates) in the plan of care. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Including but not limited to): Exhibits courteous and cooperative behavior towards patients, families, visitors, volunteers, students, peers, and providers. Anticipates service needs and proactively resolves issues. Consistently holds self and others accountable for meeting patient/customer service standards. Practices service recovery skills. Works openly and collaboratively both inside and outside the department; promotes performance improvement. Follows through on statements and actions in a timely manner. Strives for excellence in all endeavors. Encourages discussion and consensus building. Recognizes and adapts to different view points and opinions; values diversity. Uses indoor voice. Avoids interrupting others. Champions change and exhibits flexibility and adaptability. Accepts responsibility for own actions, behaviors and decisions. Consistently optimizes time efficiently and effectively. Reports to work promptly at the beginning of the work shift and prepares to begin work. Returns to work promptly from lunch and breaks. Completes work assignment and departs timely in compliance with Absenteeism and Tardiness policy. Is viewed as a resource in the department when dealing with issues of systems and resources and accomplishing tasks in the most efficient and effective ways. Provides professional nursing care to patients utilizing all components of the nursing process (assesses, develops, plans, implements and evaluates) in the plan of care. Administers medication, intravenous fluids and treatments, monitors physical parameters according to standards. Participates in medication reconciliation. Assists physicians and other personnel with patient examinations, procedures, and treatments. Uses equipment according to guidelines. Provides constant observation of patients physical and emotional environment. Recognizes those observations which require immediate nursing intervention and acts accordingly. Assesses the patient for risk or potential of neglect or abuse. Makes referrals as appropriate. Demonstrates the ability to provide effective pain assessment, prevention and management. Maintains appropriate competencies for the RN role including, but not limited to: Blood administration, blood warmer, WBG monitoring, Hypothermia blanket, Cathflo, Zoll defibrillator/monitor, Kangaroo pump, restraints and Pediatric datascope. Institutes preventive nursing measures upon the early recognition of impending complications. Responds appropriately to all emergency situations. Participates in patient and family education and in the discharge planning process. Adheres to requirements concerning patient rights, confidentiality, privacy and legal issues. Communicates pertinent data/problems to physician, supervisor and other health personnel. Performs technical skills as outlined in nursing standards, including administration of medications, intravenous fluids, treatments and monitoring of physical parameters. Interacts appropriately with medical staff, allied health personnel, outside agencies, visitors and their families. Completes departmental forms according to established guidelines. Provides effective hand off communication, ensuring patient care continuity. Performs hourly rounding on patients. Maintains a clean and safe environment with particular attention to standard precautions. Familiar with computer applications. Demonstrates technical aptitude and willingly learns software applications. Sign On Bonus/Relocation/Student Loan Repayment Information: New Grad (less than one year experience) 5,000 sign on bonus Nurse with one year or more experience 15,000 sign on bonus Relocation - 7,500 if candidate lives 50 miles or more away Relocation (out of state) 12,500 Student Loan Repayment: Discussed at time of offer Some Employee Benefits! Full Time Medical Benefits Health Savings Care Plan Available Life Insurance (Short and Long-Term Disability) Time from Interview to Offe r: Approximately 2-3 weeks Night shift is staffed with 3 RNs and 1 LNA. RN will supervise LPN, LNA, Unit Coordinator. ABOUT THE FACILITY Weeks Medical Centers compassionate staff is committed to providing high quality and efficient health care services to ensure the well-being of our patients, families, and communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr