Registered Nurse (RN) - Step Down Unit - Springfield Regional Medical Center - PRN
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Progressive Care (Step Down) unit at Springfield Regional Medical Center delivers nursing care to patients and serves as a link between Med-Surg and ICU units. The RN assesses patient status, determines priorities for patient problems and needs, develops and carries out care plans, and works to improve patient outcomes while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team and coordinates patients’ care across hospital departments. The RN conducts initial and ongoing assessments, analyzes findings, plans and implements care, evaluates treatment effectiveness, advocates for patient safety through quality improvement activities, and administers medications in accordance with applicable state practice requirements and organizational policies. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- At least 1 year of RN experience.
- BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support is preferred at hire; certification must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care.
- ACLS is required within 6 months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred, not required).
- Six months of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred).
- BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification at hire is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
- Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments; analyze assessment data, create plans of care, implement treatment, and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
- Serve as a point of contact for patients’ care coordination throughout hospital departments.
- Advocate for patient safety by participating in ongoing departmental quality improvement.
- Administer medications safely and in accordance with the State of Practice and organizational policies and procedures.
- Assess patient status, prioritize patient problems and needs, and develop and perform care plans to improve outcomes.
- Help ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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