Registered Nurse Float Pool

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) at Merit Health River Oaks provides patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinates and delivers high-quality care, collaborates with healthcare professionals, and ensures patient safety.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Affords assistance to physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices; ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively; proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects; effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams; strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care; knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Licenses and Certifications: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required; BCLS - Basic Life Support required; ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred; PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred; NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.