Job Summary
The Registered Nurse delivers direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process. This includes assessing patient needs, planning and providing appropriate interventions, and evaluating care to support safe, effective outcomes. The nurse works closely with interdisciplinary colleagues and keeps physicians and management informed of significant clinical changes.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients and identify care needs and changes in condition.
- Plan, deliver, and evaluate nursing interventions through the nursing process.
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to develop patient care plans.
- Communicate relevant clinical changes to physicians and management.
- Provide both direct and indirect nursing care in an acute care environment.
Qualifications
- Postsecondary certificate, diploma, or degree from an accredited nursing school.
- Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- At least six months of Medical/Surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting.
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