Registered Nurse at Western Missouri Medical Center

Warrensburg, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing care, Patient assessment, Medication administration, Time management, Patient advocacy, Electronic bedside medication verification, Quality improvement, Endoscopy nursing, BLS, ACLS

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description PURPOSE STATEMENT A staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional RN who directs and/or performs nursing care to patients assigned to his/her team within the scope of his/her license. The staff RN reports to the charge nurse on the unit to which he/she is assigned. This RN must effectively perform, delegate, and coordinate nursing care. The RN must be a patient advocate. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Demonstrate appropriate assessment skills. Ability to attain and implement orders and treatments in a timely manner. Implement patient care according to planned interventions to attain the patient’s optimal level of function according to current guidelines. Document thoroughly and according to policy. Routinely attend departmental meetings and hospital forums. Routinely participate in Quality Improvement projects and encourage department to continuously improve. Utilize time management skills to facilitate the schedule. Follow hospital policies and procedures. Assist co-workers as needed/requested. Appropriate medication administration via electronic bedside medication verification if applicable. Completion of mandatory department and hospital education. Promote professionalism by maintaining licensure and optional specialty certification. Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Expected to serve as sitters as needed, following the successful completion of designated sitter education and training provided. Perform other essential duties as assigned. Requirements EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of accredited school of professional nursing. Currently licensed to practice as a professional Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Missouri. This individual should be knowledgeable regarding growth and development and assessing the physical and psychological needs of patients in all stages of life. Endoscopy nursing experience preferred. Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS or obtained within orientation. Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is responsible for directing and performing nursing care for assigned patients while acting as a patient advocate. They must also document care, participate in quality improvement projects, and collaborate with the healthcare team.