Summary
The eAcute Virtual Med-Surg nurse is a pivotal member of the healthcare team to assist with managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures.
The virtual nurse will assist with tasks such as completing the admission and discharge process, care plan development and maintenance, patient education, medication and discharge teaching, care coordination, mentoring of new nurses, and implementation of evidence-based care.
The virtual eAcute nurse assists the primary bedside nurse with nursing tasks not required to be done in person as well as real-time quality and patient safety surveillance.
The eAcute Virtual Med-Surg nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.
Job Requirements
- Education Required : Graduate of an accredited nursing program Preferred : Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Experience Required : Minimum of two years previous nursing experience in Med-Surg Preferred : Charge nurse or preceptor experience and specialty nursing certification Skills Accountable and responsible for own safe clinical practice Basic computer skills and knowledge Excellent customer service skills Thrives in rapidly changing environment Self-motivated Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrate effective leadership abilities Exhibits valuable time management skills Strong critical thinking / problem solving skills Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment Licensure / Certification / Registration Required : RN license active in the state of Missouri Required : BLS must be obtained within 90 days