Role Summary
The Registered Nurse (or Graduate Nurse Resident) provides direct patient care using the nursing process. The nurse maintains professional accountability for assigned patients, evaluates the effectiveness of care delivered by other direct caregivers, and coordinates patient care with other departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver and manage patient care using the nursing process.
- Evaluate overall care effectiveness and contribute to quality improvement.
- Coordinate care across departments to support patient outcomes.
- Maintain patient rights and ensure confidentiality of patient information.
- Perform all duties in alignment with organizational mission, values, and service standards.
Qualifications
- Graduation from a recognized nursing program (Associate’s, Diploma, or BSN).
- Current RN licensure required (or obtained and maintained per state/compact requirements).
- BLS certification (or successful completion per program requirements) and other unit-specific certifications as required.
- Ability to meet physical demands including pushing/pulling/lifting up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing/walking, and frequent gripping/reaching/bending/kneeling/twisting/squatting.