Role Overview: Provides direct patient care activities, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, within established nursing care standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, medication administration, and post-treatment needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, ensuring effective communication across the continuum of care.
- Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences, values, and cultural background.
- Participates in activities that enhance patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, along with ongoing professional development.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Licenses & Certifications: Valid RN license.
- Experience: Previous experience preferred; no prior experience required.
- Skills: Strong assessment and communication skills, ability to work safely and alertly in a safety-sensitive environment.
Additional Details: This role supports hospital in-hospital coverage for patients with diabetes or pre-diabetes, involving education on insulin and medication management, and promoting survival skills. The position offers opportunities for career advancement through a structured nurse career ladder with pay increases aligned with increased responsibilities.