Hospital Care Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgery

Med/Surg Registered Nurse

Under the direction of the Nursing Service Department, the Med/Surg RN is responsible and accountable for the care the patient receives. The staff nurses practice possesses characteristics identified in the Standards of Practice, Nurses Code of Ethics and the Indiana Nurse Practice Act. Inherent in this practice is the nursing process which includes patient assessment, planning of care, implementation of the plan and evaluation of the outcomes. Employee normally performs the duty assignments using methods and procedures at his/her own discretion and is limited only by policies set by administrative or legislative authority. The patient population will include patients from infancy to geriatric who present with medical or post-surgical problems. The staff nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must be able to work non-standard hours, including weekends and holidays, sometimes in excess of 40 hours per week.

Skills and Abilities

Education: ASN, BSN, Diploma degree from an accredited School of Nursing. Experience: One to two years related experience. Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, email and basic computer skills for other software used throughout the hospital for your area of responsibility. Certificates & Licenses: Current registration with the State of Indiana required. Certification in BLS. Other Requirements: Math skills to calculate dosages. This position requires frequent standing, walking, use of hands and fingers, lifting and carrying 0-100 lbs and pushing and pulling 0-40 lbs.

Decatur County Memorial Hospital