RN ICU Stepdown 7A-7P

Responsibilities

• Accurately assesses the patient based on their medical condition.
• Knows and administers ordered medications as prescribed.
• Provides care appropriate to the patient's condition and age, including basic self-care activities.
• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates its effectiveness.
• Demonstrates the ability to use nursing knowledge to perform treatments and provide services.
• Communicates and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to provide patient care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and families, communicating with social services as needed.
• Promotes cost-effective practices and reduces waste in supplies, linens, and charge items.
• Prioritizes patient care effectively and efficiently.
• Promotes patient safety by minimizing the risk of unnecessary harm associated with healthcare.
• Engages in lifelong learning related to the nursing profession.

Specifications

• Experience: Minimum required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Preferred/Desired: BLS certification within 14 days of hire, ACLS/PALS specialty certification.
• Licensure: Minimum required: RN. Preferred/Desired: Specialty certifications.
• Education: Minimum required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Preferred/Desired: Additional training or certifications.
• Special Skills: Minimum required: Computer literacy. Preferred/Desired: Lifelong learning related to the nursing profession.