Role: Provides direct patient care in a fast-paced, team-oriented 24-bed Observation Unit, focusing on short-term treatment, monitoring, and recovery typically within 24 hours.
Responsibilities: Develops and implements individualized care plans, assesses physical and psychosocial needs, educates patients and families on illness management, and promotes patient safety and quality care. Manages pain, IV therapies, blood transfusions, post-surgical observations, and drain/tube care. Ensures effective communication across care teams and adheres to nursing standards.
Qualifications & Skills: Requires an RN license and a Nursing Diploma or Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s preferred. No prior experience necessary, but two years of experience is preferred. Strong assessment, critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.
Key Duties: Deliver patient-centered care, evaluate patient needs, and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams. Maintain safety-sensitive standards, promote professional development, and support regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes continuous assessment, patient education, and safety in a dynamic environment.