Trauma Med Surg Staff Nurse

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a trauma, geriatric trauma, and acute care surgery setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing activities. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration. Participates in ensuring patient safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance, while engaging in professional development. Develops and documents individualized care plans collaboratively with the healthcare team, considering patients' physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs. Utilizes critical nursing skills to evaluate patient conditions and address barriers to care involvement.

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Licenses: Valid RN license required.
• Experience: No experience necessary; less than 2 years preferred for higher education candidates.
• Skills: Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.