Job Summary:
Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse (RN) will provide nursing care to a variety of patients in a hospital setting. The role involves caring for patients with a wide range of health problems, from simple to complex. The RN will work as part of a team, assisting physicians, administering treatments, and monitoring patient health, while maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring high-quality care.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assume responsibility for an assigned group of patients.
- Document patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments.
- Assist physicians in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments.
- Obtain and monitor physiological data of patients, observing physiological manifestations, and intervening when necessary.
- Administer medications as prescribed, including initiating, regulating, and monitoring intravenous infusions and blood products.
- Provide competent patient care while ensuring the comfort and safety of patients.
- Interact with patients and families to share care plans, both during hospitalization and at discharge.
- Inform patients and families of hospital procedures and policies.
- Make referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
- Delegate tasks to support staff as necessary.
General Responsibilities:
- Perform other duties as assigned to support hospital operations.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
- Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to respond effectively to the cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
- Basic computer skills.
Required Education:
- Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an approved program.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- Current RN License
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association.