Forensic Nurse/Emergency Department Nurse

AdventHealth•Mission, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for promoting and restoring patients' health through the nursing process by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. This position collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care while supporting the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual well-being of patients and families. The RN delivers care consistent with organizational policies, professional nursing standards, and applicable state nursing practice regulations while promoting quality outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing required.
Registered Nurse (RN) required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
One year of acute care hospital nursing experience preferred.
Organizational and multitasking skills.
Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
Ability to work as a team player within a patient care unit.
Effective verbal communication and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of EKG interpretation based on patient population requirements and Advanced Life Support standards.
Must be fluent in English, including reading, verbal, and written communication.
Basic computer proficiency and ability to navigate Microsoft Windows-based programs and electronic medical record systems.
Ability to use sound clinical judgment and abstract reasoning to assess patients, evaluate interventions, and revise plans of care based on patient outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors affecting patient health.
Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized plans of care based on patient needs, evidence-based practice, and established standards of care.
Administers medications and treatments accurately and safely according to physician orders and organizational policies while monitoring patient responses and adverse reactions.
Educates patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatments, procedures, discharge planning, and self-care strategies.
Collaborates with physicians, ancillary departments, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate and optimize patient care.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes within the medical record.
Evaluates the effectiveness of care plans and interventions and modifies treatment approaches as necessary to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Maintains compliance with infection prevention practices, patient safety standards, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
Provides emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families.
Delegates and supervises patient care activities provided by members of the healthcare team to ensure quality and efficiency.
Participates in professional development, quality improvement initiatives, and performance improvement activities.
Responds promptly and effectively to emergency situations and code events, providing appropriate clinical interventions.
Performs other duties as assigned.