Job Title: RN
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Step Down/PCU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 1 year
License: Current RN License in the applicable state
Certifications: BLS and ACLS from AHA only
Must-Have: 1 year of ICU experience, inpatient only
Description:
Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
Maintains professional accountability for the provision of patient care.
Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers.
Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments.
Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with established mission, values, and service standards.
Performs direct patient care activities for all age groups, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Monitors and coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort.
Functions within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with the established guidelines of nursing practice.
Meets unit-specific physical demands and requirements.
Must be able to stand and walk most of the time on duty.
May be required to work differing schedules, shifts, days of the week, or work frequency according to patient care requirements.
High risk exposure to blood and body fluids.
Physical demands include pushing, pulling, gripping up to 50 lbs., and pinching up to 15 lbs.
May require kneeling, crouching, and minimal crawling.
Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care for patients post trauma, surgical interventions, and medical comorbidities.
Maintains professional accountability for the provision of patient care.
Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers.
Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments.
Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with established mission, values, and service standards.