Staff RN - RFT - Surgical

JOB SUMMARY

Assumes the responsibility for providing professional care to a designated patient population. Accountable for supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse and non-professional staff assigned to the unit.

• Directs patient-care according to medical center policies, procedures and accepted standards of practice and care.
• Conducts patient assessments, including history and physical.
• Develops a plan of care for each patient using nursing process.
• Administers and records prescribed medications, treatments and procedures.
• Leads the team in planning, implementations, evaluation of patient care.
• Assists the medical staff with examinations, treatments, special tests and procedures.
• Participates in unit activities such as answering phones, call lights, distributing meals, environmental tasks or other assigned duties.
• Directs team conferences, shift report and care planning.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma/GED
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

REQUIREMENT

• At least 18 years old
• Able to read and write the English language
• Demonstrate proficiency of skills per checklist
• Able to pass a written pharmacology exam.
• Able to perform considerable standing, walking and lifting.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

• Current MS RN license
• Current CPR certification
• ACLS certification within the first year of employment

PERSONALITY

• Maintains good physical and emotional health.
• Gives evidence of knowledge and ability to use proper channels of communication.
• Is able to remain calm and function under stress.
• Demonstrates ability and cooperation in rotation of shift and/or duty areas.
• Promotes harmonious inter- and intra-departmental relationships.