RN, Clinical Staff Nurse

Med Center Health • Russellville, KY

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About The Position

The registered nurse delivers professional nursing care to assigned patients, including assessment, implementation, coordination, teaching, consulting, and evaluation of patient care. The nurse enhances the quality and professionalism of nursing practice, maintains knowledge and competency, and participates in shared decision-making. During the assigned shift, the nurse coordinates and completes work assignments for LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and/or Unit Clerks.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of nursing.
• Kentucky RN license, or an RN license from a state recognized by the Kentucky Nurse Licensure Compact Act effective June 1, 2007.

Nice To Haves

• Previous RN experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality, individualized care to patients using knowledge, experience, and situational awareness.
• Assess and analyze patient information, apply critical thinking, and develop a complete, holistic plan of care in collaboration with peers and providers.
• Delegate in accordance with applicable legal and policy requirements.
• Recognize when further intervention is needed and escalate appropriately.
• Coordinate and complete work assignments for LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and/or Unit Clerks during the assigned shift.
• Establish caregiver-patient relationships based on mutual trust, respect, compassion, and communication to meet the needs of patients and families.
• Pursue continued professional growth and education that reflects competence and understanding of current nursing practice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed