Registered Nurse

Patient Care

• Administer top-quality nursing care to patients and residents, ensuring the highest standards of practice.
• Conduct intake assessments, administer first aid and medications, and perform health screenings.
• Assist in developing and evaluating individualized care plans, tailored to the unique needs of each patient.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records for all patients, documenting changes in their condition and treatments provided.
• Collaborate with physicians, supervisors, and other healthcare staff to coordinate and implement effective patient care.
• Provide guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other staff members.

Education and Training

• Participate in the orientation and training of new staff.

Administrative Duties

• Enter patient information into various electronic systems.
• Ensure adherence to healthcare policies and regulations.
• Communicate urgent medical needs to relevant personnel.

Patient Advocacy

• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring clear communication and understanding of patient care plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure/Certifications: Current West Virginia license or temporary permit to practice as a registered nurse.
• Experience: None required.

About The Organization

Welch Community Hospital, located in Welch, West Virginia, is the only acute care hospital in McDowell County. This hospital provides a wide scope of care and services, including:

• A 55-bed acute care hospital.
• A 24/7, 365 days per year physician-staffed Emergency Room.
• An eight-bed ICU.
• A full service Respiratory Therapy Cardiopulmonary department.
• A Laboratory.
• A Radiology department.
• A Clinical Inpatient Pharmacy.
• An outpatient Rural Health Clinic.
• A Surgery Clinic.
• An OB/GYN staffed Women’s Health Clinic.
• A Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Training Center.

By providing these crucial health care services, Welch is positioned as the top provider for quality health care in McDowell County and Southern West Virginia.