Medical Surgical Specialty RN
About The Position
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will deliver compassionate, high-quality care that supports patients’ well-being and recovery. You will provide individualized, comprehensive nursing care; conduct critical assessments; perform skilled procedures; and implement patient care plans. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment focused on optimal patient outcomes. The role includes assessing patients’ physical, psychosocial, cultural, behavioral/emotional, developmental, and spiritual needs; gathering relevant care data; planning and providing care; evaluating outcomes; and preparing patients for discharge, including coordinating post-discharge needs. You will administer and document medications as ordered and in accordance with hospital policy, receive and verify physician orders, and document care and patient status in accordance with established standards. You will follow department and hospital policies, safety and risk-management practices, and regulatory standards; maintain awareness of relevant developments and requirements; communicate effectively with patients from diverse populations; and demonstrate professional competence, accountability, and continued growth.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, upon hire.
- Registered Nurse license in Washington State, upon hire.
- Basic Life Support (CPR) certification through the American Heart Association, upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- One year of related work experience in an acute care setting.
Responsibilities
- Follow department and hospital policies and procedures, including safety, risk-management, and regulatory standards, and keep abreast of relevant developments and requirements.
- Administer, oversee, and document medications as ordered by healthcare practitioners and in accordance with hospital policy.
- Assess patients’ physical, psychosocial, cultural, behavioral/emotional, developmental, and spiritual needs; gather relevant data; plan and provide appropriate care; implement interventions; and evaluate outcomes.
- Provide holistic, comprehensive, professional nursing care within the scope of practice.
- Prepare patients for discharge and assist with coordinating post-discharge needs.
- Use available communication tools and materials effectively and account for cultural influences on communication, collaboration, and care.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the specific patient populations served by the department.
- Maintain competent professional practice, pursue opportunities for professional growth, and meet deadlines for mandatory requirements.
- Document care and patient status using the nursing process and applicable standards, including changes in condition, responses to interventions, and reassessment findings.
- Receive and ensure the appropriateness, accuracy, timeliness, and execution of physician orders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
