STO Staff RN - Medical Surgical, Nightshift

Medical-surgical Nurse

Job Summary:

Quality Care

The Medical-surgical nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.

Performance Appraisal

Medical-surgical nurses evaluate their own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards, statutes, and regulations.

Education

Medical-surgical nurses acquire and maintain current knowledge in nursing practice. Medical-surgical nurses pursue knowledge to enhance nursing expertise and advance the profession.

Collegiality

Medical-surgical nurses interact with, and contribute to, the professional development of peers and other health care providers as colleagues.

Ethics

Medical-surgical nurses deliver care in a nonjudgmental, nondiscriminatory, sensitive, and culturally competent manner.

Collaboration

Medical-surgical nurses collaborate with the client, family members, significant others, and health care providers in providing care.

Research

Medical-surgical nurses use research findings in practice.

Resource Utilization

Medical-surgical nurses consider factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost planning to the delivery of client care.

Communication

Medical-surgical nurses communicate effectively with clients, families, and other health care professionals.

Leadership

Medical-surgical nurses use leadership skills to enhance client outcomes and foster a healthy work environment within the practice setting and profession.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education -- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Registered Nurse license from the Indiana State Board of Nursing.

Experience -- Graduate of RN Program

Good Samaritan Hospital - Indiana