REGISTERED NURSE IHR

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY :

The RN will assess, plan, implement and evaluate the total nursing care for a designated group of pediatrics to geriatric patients undergoing a variety of rehabilitative and disease processes. The RN works toward the improvement of care and quality of life for patients.

Reports to : Clinically directed by Unit Manager, Charge Nurse, Supervisor.

• Develops an ongoing comprehensive data base (Admission assessment) for each patient using patient, families and significant others and other health care workers as sources of information when appropriate.
• Monitors and recognizes obvious deviations from normal age appropriate level and recognizes subtle alterations in the patient's physiological and psychological status that may indicate potential or actual patient problems.
• Gives a thorough concise report at change of shift
• Assesses and facilitates patient / caregiver interaction and relationship

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