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REGISTERED NURSE – MEDICAL / SURGICAL UNIT

HireVentureStillwater, OK, US
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REGISTERED NURSE – MEDICAL / SURGICAL UNIT JOB SUMMARY :

  • A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who delivers care to patients through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Effectively interacts with patients, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining standards of professional nursing for the age groups served.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS :

  • Licensed to practice in the state of Oklahoma.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Current CPR card or completion within 30 days of employment.

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking, standing, and dealing with stressful situations.
  • Demonstrates adequate vision or correctable with glasses to read and write.
  • Able to hear, or correctable with hearing devices, and able to talk to converse with others in person and over the phone.
  • Able to hear, see, and feel to accurately assess, monitor, and administer care.
  • Able to frequently lift at least 60 lbs., reach, pull, push, bend, stoop, and kneel.
  • Possess fine motor skills and hand / eye coordination to give care (i.e., insert catheters, start IVs, administer medications, and handle instruments).
  • Able to work in latex-burdened environment.

    • JOB RELATIONSHIPS :

  • Reports to : Unit Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, and Unit Director.

    • Workers Supervised :

  • RNs, LPNs, Nurse Assistants, Techs, Unit Assistants, and Students.
  • Demonstrates a team approach by working cooperatively with other members of the Med / Surg unit and all members of the health care team.

    • PRINCIPAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Complies with safety and emergency procedures Completes hospital / unit competency program Assesses the condition of patient / family in a timely, consistent, and systematic manner.
  • Documents objective and subjective data according to policy.
  • Initiates nursing assessment, performs orientation to room and unit, notifies physician of admission, and obtains admitting orders within time period designated by unit policy (by end of shift).
  • Analyzes assessment data to determine nursing care needs.
  • Accurately reassesses patients once per shift and when patient condition warrants.
  • Includes information obtained from the family / significant other in the assessment.
  • Utilizes LPNs, NAs, and other health care workers to gather data relevant to assessment of the patient.
  • Documents clearly and concisely initial and ongoing assessment data about the patient / family in the permanent record.
  • Documents interventions, patient / family response, and changes in patient condition per policy.
  • Communicates subjective and objective data about the patient / family with appropriate members of the multi-disciplinary team.
  • Reports change in condition and / or other significant findings to team leader or charge nurse.
  • Formulates care plan within 8 hours of admission and revises it every 24 hours as needed.
  • Initiates care plan for patients cared for by LPNs.

    • Formulates and implements a care plan that is :

  • Outcome oriented A reflection of patient’s actual and potential problems Inclusive of interventions and congruent with the medical plan Measurable Mutually set with patient and family Multidisciplinary Inclusive of a discharge plan Coordinates nursing care designed to promote, restore, and / or maintain optimal outcomes Identifies education needs and provides opportunities for formal and informal teaching to patient and family.
  • Documents teaching activities in the medical record.
  • Provides for discharge planning and documents such in the medical record.
  • The nurse acts as a client advocate.
  • Prioritizes care delivery according to the patient's needs and unit activities.
  • Implements physicians' orders accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Assists with and / or performs procedures in accordance with policy / procedure.
  • Safe practitioner in administration of all medications, IVs, blood, and blood products.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing care and initiates appropriate interventions.
  • The nurse delivers care in a manner that preserves / protects client autonomy, dignity, and rights.
  • The nurse effectively prescribes, delegates, and coordinates nursing care in his / her department.
  • Demonstrates awareness of the need to create a positive climate for interaction between the patient, family, health team members, and students.
  • Demonstrates effective and accurate verbal and written communication.
  • Communicates clearly and appropriately to co-workers both verbally and in writing.
  • The nurse assigns tasks or delegates care based on the needs of the client and the knowledge and skill of the caregiver.
  • Maximizes productivity by consistently completing assignments including documentation by the end of shift.
  • Completes medical record upon patient dismissal with printed care plan, admission assessment, discharge summary, integrated notes of patient progress, MARs, and patient teaching record.
  • The nurse seeks available resources to help formulate ethical decisions.
  • Serves as team leader as needed.
  • Readily accepts assignments with appropriate training and supervision to other areas, including ambulance transfers.
  • Demonstrates maturity for accountability of job performance.
  • The nurse uses research findings in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines for client care.
  • Assesses personal learning and development needs.
  • Makes plans to meet those needs.
  • Commits to lifelong learning and professional development.
  • The nurse participates in ongoing educational activities related to the practice setting and scope of care.
  • Includes emphasis on Med / Surg, pediatric, geriatric, and short-term psychiatric patients.
  • Demonstrates additional hours of Continuing Education beyond mandatory requirements.
  • Renews RN license by birth month of renewal year.

    • The nurse practices nursing according to professional practice standards guided by the ANA Code for Nurses. Disclaimer :

  • This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the position.
  • It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.
  • The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

    • Equal Employment Opportunity :

  • HireVenture is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
  • We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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  • Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this material is strictly prohibited without the written consent of HireVenture.

    • Note :

  • The information provided in this job description is subject to change without notice.
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