PCU/Peds Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Seeking a talented Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team on the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Pediatrics. This position works under general supervision while assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care required to meet the needs of the patient. Job duties include (but not limited to): Performs complete patient assessments and communicates to the providers. Documents and maintains accurate nursing records. Functions as patient advocate between patient, physicians, other healthcare providers, administration, etc., as needed, and interacts professionally with patients and family members. Initiates diagnostic, preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate to the patient's care and safety. Administers medications to patients in accordance with approved standards of nursing knowledge and competency, based on age of patient, patient's clinical condition and physician orders. Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements: EDUCATION: Associate Degree in Nursing required (Bachelor's preferred). EXPERIENCE: Previous clinical experience in progressive care unit is preferred. CERTIFICATE, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: BLS certification required. Current registered nursing (RN) license or Temporary permit from the State of NE required. Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class and ACLS within 1 year of employment is required. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Welcome to Mary Lanning Healthcare Built on a tradition of caring, Mary Lanning Healthcare is in its 100th year of providing quality healthcare for residents of the central Nebraska area. We continue to grow and expand, working to provide patient-centered care in a positive environment, while implementing some of the newest technologies available. In addition, the recent Century Project construction propelled your hospital into the future. The project is just another example of how Mary Lanning Healthcare strives to provide the best care possible for central Nebraska now and into the future.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing required (Bachelor's preferred).
- BLS certification required.
- Current registered nursing (RN) license or Temporary permit from the State of NE required.
- Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class and ACLS within 1 year of employment is required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
- Previous clinical experience in progressive care unit is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs complete patient assessments and communicates to the providers.
- Documents and maintains accurate nursing records.
- Functions as patient advocate between patient, physicians, other healthcare providers, administration, etc., as needed, and interacts professionally with patients and family members.
- Initiates diagnostic, preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate to the patient's care and safety.
- Administers medications to patients in accordance with approved standards of nursing knowledge and competency, based on age of patient, patient's clinical condition and physician orders.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
