Registered Nurse Medical Surgical PRN Days

About the role

PRN/As needed shifts: Days 7:00am - 7:30pm, w/rotating weekends and holiday.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors of patients.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care, regularly evaluating and revising these plans as necessary.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely, following physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and compliance.
• Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and interventions continuously, making necessary adjustments to improve patient health and achieve positive outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
• Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families, addressing their emotional and psychological needs.
• Supervise and delegate care provided by members of the healthcare team to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Engage in continuous professional development and participate in performance improvement activities to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Respond to code situations promptly and effectively, providing necessary interventions to stabilize patients.

Qualifications

• Associate's of Nursing (Required)
• Bachelor's of Nursing (Preferred)
• 1+ acute care hospital setting
• Registered Nurse (RN) (Required)
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) (Required)

Skills

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Ability to work as a Team player within a unit
• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
• EKG (based on patient; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)
• Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)
• Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows-based programs
• Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes

Preferred certifications

• Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS)
• Neonatal Med Certification (NEONATAL MED)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Pediatric ER Assess, Recog & Stabilization (PEARS)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer w/ OB/GYN Spec (RDMS-OBGYN)
• NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification
• Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC)
• Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS)
• Critical Care Registered Nurse - Tele-ICU (CCRN-E)
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)
• Oncology Nurse Society (ONS)
• American Board of Pediatrics (ABP)
• Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)
• Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC)

Pay

$33.94 - $57.08

Schedule

PRN, Day shift, 7:00am - 7:30pm with rotating weekends and holidays.