Acute Care RN - 6 North Medical Surgical - PRN

About the role

A medical/surgical nurse provides care for patients across various specialties and conditions, including but not limited to cardiac, oncology, stroke, joint, spine, post-surgical, palliative, psychiatric, and end-of-life issues. The role involves applying the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Collects and analyzes assessment data to identify actual or potential problems and set expected outcomes.
• Develops and implements a collaborative plan of care that promotes health and wellness.
• Evaluates progress towards achieving goals and adjusts plans as necessary.
• Delivers professional nursing care guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring, fostering caring relationships and mutual respect.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Mentors new nurses and supports nursing students.
• Participates in the evolution of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model.
• Utilizes evidence-based practices to deliver safe, effective, and financially responsible care.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Registered Nurse (RN) license with the ability to practice in Kansas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred skills include awareness of safety issues, legal considerations, psychomotor skills, communication, and mathematical calculations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient care in medical/surgical settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in math and computer applications relevant to nursing.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Mathematical calculations for medication administration and equipment calibration.
• Ability to manage patient care plans and outcomes.
• Understanding of patient rights and legal considerations.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned in this job posting.

Pay

The pay details are not specified in this job posting.

Schedule

The schedule is not specified in this job posting.

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed are typical for nursing positions and include balancing, carrying, climbing, crawling, crouching, eye/hand/foot coordination, feeling, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, sitting, standing, stooping, talking, walking, and repetitive motions.

Remote Work

The position is not available for remote work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stormont Vail Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information.