Observation Unit RN - Main
Gonzaba Medical Group•San Antonio, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The primary role of the Registered Nurse is to implement the patient care delivery model for the patient and their family. Additionally, the registered nurse is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning, providing, and evaluating, the care provided to assigned patients. The unit consists of single patient care rooms, which can also be isolation rooms.
Requirements
- Minimum high school education or equivalent.
- Must possess an active and unencunbered TX Registered Nurse license.
- CPR certification with AED is required and must be kept current.
- Experience in a clinic, doctor’s office or hospital with a minimum of two experience preferred.
- Must have knowledge of medical terminology and have excellent customer service skills.
- Skilled in use of computer/EMR systems.
- Knowledge of Word processing software, spreadsheet software, Internet, and database software.
Nice To Haves
- BS in nursing preferred.
Responsibilities
- Organizes and prioritizes and updates plan of care in collaboration with patient, family, and significant others in an observation unit.
- Identifies patients at risk for injury regarding diagnosis, medication, procedure, age, etc., and prepares room environment.
- Perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests.
- Administer medication, change wound dressings and care for other treatment options.
- Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions when appropriate.
- Consult with administration and providers to decide on the best treatment plan for patients.
- Observe and record patient behavior.
- Collect patient health history.
- Research ways to improve healthcare processes and improve patient outcomes.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
