Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic
About The Position
The Gastro & Surgical Associates Nurse provides and coordinates professional nursing care for assigned patients, working independently within accepted nursing practice and the direction of medical staff and hospital policies, procedures, and standards. The nurse uses the Nursing Process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. The Office Nurse also teaches and directs LPNs and Medical Assistants in carrying out delegated tasks that support the therapeutic plan of care. The position is based in Peterborough, New Hampshire. The schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with Saturday hours from 8:00 a.m. to noon on a rotating basis. There are no on-call requirements.
Requirements
- Previous nursing experience required; nurses with at least some experience are sought.
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.
- ACLS certification.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
- Maintain confidential information.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records of patient conditions, treatments, and progress, and promptly report changes or concerns to appropriate team members.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and protocols.
- Educate patients and families about disease management, treatment options, and preventive measures.
- Provide emotional support and advocate for patients' rights, ensuring compassionate and respectful care.
- Comply with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
- Keep current with medical advancements, best practices, and industry standards through professional development.
- Teach and direct LPNs and Medical Assistants in delegated acts supporting the therapeutic plan of care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance (two options).
- Flexible spending accounts (three options).
- Dental insurance (three options).
- Vision insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance equal to two times annual salary.
- Optional voluntary supplemental employee life insurance, with coverage available up to three times annual salary.
- Optional voluntary supplemental spouse life insurance, with coverage available up to $100,000.
- Optional voluntary supplemental child life insurance, with coverage available up to $10,000.
- Short-term disability.
- Company-paid long-term disability.
- Accident insurance.
- Critical illness insurance.
- Identity theft insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 per fiscal year for full-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
