RN, Norton Orthopedic Institute-Madison, IN, 8a-4:30p
Responsibilities
A professional nurse is an individual accountable for the care of a group of patients. The Registered Nurse (RN) focuses on safe, effective, patient and family-centered care, customer satisfaction, and quality outcomes. The RN is responsible for assisting in maintaining a financially stable unit, promoting their own development with an emphasis on evidence-based practice and education supported by a Practice Governance framework. The RN supervises licensed and non-licensed staff members.
Applying the caring processes of the Kristin M. Swanson Model of Care, the RN has the responsibility to assess, develop, implement, and evaluate the plan of care. The RN focuses on patient and family comforts, education, and satisfaction. The RN applies their educational and professional experiences in the delivery of quality care and mentoring/precepting staff.
Additional department-specific requirements and competencies of an RN are listed and maintained in the department-specific Competency Evaluation Profile (CEP). These competencies reflect the unique needs, skills, and expectations of each clinical area and are reviewed regularly to ensure alignment with best practices and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- Required: Diploma, Registered Nurse
- Desired: One year of registered nurse experience, Bachelor's Degree