Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical

Lifepoint Health • Ottumwa, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works under the supervision of the Director and is responsible for caring for the patient and the development of nursing plan of care. Performs plan of care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments. Documents patient care and monitors patient condition, communicating with care team, physician, patient, and family. Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. Coordinates patient care across disciplines, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and support needs. Provides patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, and circumstances. Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients. Participates in performance improvement and continuing education. Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program required
• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in Iowa or from a Compact State
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Recent RN experience

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year medical/surgical nursing experience

Responsibilities

• Perform plan of care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments.
• Document patient care and monitor patient condition, communicating with care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Coordinate patient care across disciplines, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and support needs.
• Provide patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, and circumstances.
• Advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401K Benefits
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

What This Job Offers

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