Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

This position involves performing the professional functions of a Registered Nurse, which include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. The Registered Nurse will coordinate, manage, provide, and delegate patient care while ensuring compliance with established Standards of Nursing Practice and promoting teamwork among the healthcare team.

Job Requirements

• Education and Work Experience:
  • Graduate of a nursing school: Required
  • One year of recent acute care RN experience: Required
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • Current RN license in the state of practice: Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Meet patients’ personal needs efficiently and effectively.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure all patients have their needs met.
• Maintain patient, co-worker, and facility privacy.
• Document clearly, concisely, and legibly; deliver accurate reports.
• Complete quality monitors as directed by the department manager.
• Follow infection control guidelines diligently.
• Conduct history and physical assessments according to unit-specific protocols for all age groups.
• Review medical history and available assessment data thoroughly.
• Identify and report abnormal diagnostic data to appropriate personnel.
• Provide necessary information for timely discharge planning.
• Recognize signs and symptoms of cardiac or respiratory distress and respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Administer and document medications accurately in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Implement educational plans for patients and assess their educational needs.
• Assist in the development and training of new staff members.
• Participate actively in staff meetings and complete required training and competencies.
• Adapt to changes in the unit, environment, and workflow successfully.
• Ensure accurate charging of patient items and proper documentation.