RN - MS

Registered Nurse

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Medical-Surgical

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Nights

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum of 1 year

License: Current RN License

Certifications: BLS Certification

Must-Have:

• Current knowledge and skills appropriate to the age/type of patient population served
• Knowledgeable and sensitive to patients' rights in the delivery of care
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner appropriate to the developmental age of patients

Description:

The Registered Nurse is a clinical practitioner who coordinates and implements patient care specific to the age of the patient population served on the assigned unit. This position ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the unit's standards of care. The Registered Nurse demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, philosophy, and goals of the organization. They will demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice. The Registered Nurse treats staff, patients, and families with consideration and respect.

Responsibilities include:

• Obtaining and recording initial assessments while establishing priorities according to patient age, symptoms, and psychosocial needs.
• Re-assessing patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention.
• Developing and implementing measurable individualized plans of care for patients within the timeframe established by Nursing Standards of Care.
• Making comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcomes; modifying the plan of care based on evaluations.
• Participating in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.
• Implementing and documenting timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.
• Evaluating the plan of care and performing various Point of Care testing procedures.
• Utilizing effective communication strategies that result in intended outcomes.
• Delegating unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities.
• Coordinating team assignments and making adjustments based on patient and unit needs; following up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.
• Utilizing the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
• Participating in the orientation of new staff/students on the unit.
• Functioning as a resource to visitors and staff; greeting them promptly and courteously.
• Promoting a positive work environment as evidenced by demonstrating a professional, supportive attitude towards staff.
• Being receptive and responsive to new ideas.
• Participating in the unit's growth and development through various mechanisms to improve organizational performance.
• Collaborating with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.
• Exhibiting behaviors and actions that create a high level of patient/customer satisfaction, positive relations, and respect for patients' rights and needs.
• Demonstrating effective communication and human relations skills, promoting harmony and teamwork.
• Presenting behaviors and actions that maintain the hospital's credibility, integrity, and positive image.
• Demonstrating behaviors and actions that support the mission, goals, and operations of the organization which contribute to continuous service improvement.
• Assisting with special projects as assigned.
• Accurately interpreting and communicating Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Exhibiting flexibility and adapting readily to changes in the work environment or work schedule.
• Maintaining a positive attitude, even during periods of stress.
• Assuming responsibility for professional growth and development.
• Complying with all organizational policies.
• Maintaining positive attendance and communicating in advance any absence from work.
• Adhering to all patient and environmental safety policies and procedures.

Education: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing.