The Registered Nurse (RN) assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care, and is accountable for delegating care to other members of the healthcare team. The nurse assesses patients’ learning needs and readiness, identifies barriers to learning, and incorporates education into daily activities while considering age, cultural, and spiritual values. The role includes documenting assessments, plans, interventions, and medication use, and monitoring their effects and outcomes according to policy. The RN uses the information management system to support communication, documents changes in patient condition, and prioritizes assignments as situations change. The nurse communicates transfers of patient responsibility and pertinent information at the bedside and during Interprofessional Rounds, recognizes patients’ special needs, individualizes care, and is knowledgeable about abuse recognition and referral. The RN also incorporates pain management and supportive care into care plans and follows infection-control standards while helping maintain a safe, clean, and orderly environment. Other duties may be assigned.
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Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree