RN - Registered Nurse

Highlights

The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care. This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience

• Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Active RN licensure required,
• BLS required,
• Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday.
• There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.
• Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds.
• Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.
• Much exposure to computer work.
• Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.
• Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.
• Som exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Some exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center South

Job

RN - Registered Nurse

Type

Regular-Full time

Shift

Second Shift (United States of America)