Role Overview: A registered nurse providing independent, routine, and complex patient care within a clinical setting. Responsibilities include assessing patients, planning and implementing care, administering medications and treatments, monitoring outcomes, documenting patient information, and educating patients and families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilize nursing process aligned with ANA standards to deliver comprehensive care.
- Address psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
- Administer medications and treatments using established protocols, monitoring for side-effects and effectiveness.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided.
- Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers.
- Delegate tasks appropriately to care team members to manage clinical situations effectively.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.
- Current RN license in the state or a compact license.
- Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC.
- Completion of organizational orientation, competency validation, and ongoing annual training.
Key Competencies: Leadership of self, others, or leaders; clinical judgment; effective communication; adaptability; and commitment to professional development.