The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers safe, effective, patient-centered care using the nursing process for assigned patients. The RN evaluates the care effectiveness provided by other direct caregivers, coordinates patient care with interdisciplinary teams, and maintains professional accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients
- Coordinate and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes
- Review and evaluate the effectiveness of care delivered by other direct caregivers
- Uphold patient rights and maintain confidentiality
- Perform all duties in alignment with organizational mission, values, and service standards
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate’s, Diploma, or BSN)
- Maintain an active RN license in the hiring state and meet all state board requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional unit-based certifications may be required (e.g., ACLS/ALS, NRP, ENPC, TNCC, PALS, PEARS, STABLE, C-EFM, or unit-specific credentials)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 lbs
- Prolonged standing and walking
- Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat