Registered Nurse - Post Surgical Unit - Full Time Nights

Bay Area Hospital•Fort Bridger, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Registered Nurse Within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, applies the nursing process to the care of patients. Teaches patients and significant others. Documents patient care in the medical record. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient.

Requirements

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Oregon
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)
Able to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English language.
Exhibits critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Flexible, able to prioritize and adapt to rapidly-changing patient and unit needs.
Demonstrates effective teaching skills.
Responds effectively to patient crisis/emergency situations
Proficient in use of computer, including accessing internet, word processing, and documenting in an electronic medical record system.
Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds
Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids
Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone
Requires frequent use of personal computer
Must demonstrate manual dexterity

Nice To Haves

Recent (within past 5 years) acute care hospital experience preferred

Responsibilities

Applies the nursing process to the care of patients.
Teaches patients and significant others.
Documents patient care in the medical record.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient.