Registered Nurse - Acute Care Department- Casual

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Under the direction of, and in collaboration with unit management, performs responsibilities exercising initiative, judgment and independent decision-making within the scope of the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policy and other governing organizations. Utilizes the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation) in a systematic approach to the direct and indirect care of patients and their families.

Job Duties

• Provide quality care in multiple settings : Pediatrics, Medical, Surgical (inpatient / outpatient), Emergency, Senior Care, Nursery, Chemotherapy and Ambulance Transport as needed / delegated.
• Maintains certifications in all areas within scope of practice
• Supervision of LPNs, Nursing Assistants and Health Unit Coordinators as needed.
• Effectively utilize nursing process : Demonstrates effective interviewing and assessment skills and integrates new or current techniques to obtain physical / psycho-social information from the patient / family to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care through the nursing process. Initiates and maintains patient care plan to reflect current patient needs utilizing computerized documentation.
• Customer Service : Respects the privacy and dignity of every customer, internal or external. Is courteous and friendly, uses a quiet, respectful tone of voice when speaking with customers. Follows hospital policies regarding confidential or sensitive information; is Sensitive to cultural differences.
• Initiative : Completes duties assigned without hesitation and in a timely manner; accepts direction well, is highly productive; works independently as position requires; accepts constructive criticism; demonstrates good time management skills; demonstrates a willingness to train new staff.
• Teamwork : Welcomes / mentors newcomers; treats fellow employees with respect; cooperates with coworkers; actively participates in team discussions; does not chastise or embarrass fellow employees in the presence of others; offers encouragement to others praises when possible; supports organizational change and allows every opportunity for change to succeed.
• Communications : Ensures all policies and procedures are followed 100% of the time which contributes to a safe and supportive work environment. Identifies needs, instructs others, and actively supports the role of patient advocate / liaison by communication and documentation of patient information to the proper resources / agencies. Proper computerized documentation will be maintained at all times. This includes, but not limited to admission, discharge, medication administration, teaching, activities of daily living and accurate intake / output.

Required Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

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