NURSING - REGISTERED NURSE

Chambers County Public Hospital District No 1•Anahuac, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

A professional registered nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care utilizing the nursing process. The registered nurse directs and guides patient and family teaching activities, as well as the activities of ancillary personnel, while maintaining standards of professional nursing practice. The current opening is for a PRN NIGHT shift employee.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
A current active Texas RN license without restrictions is required.
TNCC required within twelve months of date of employment.
ACLS, PALS or ENPC required within six months of date of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working as an RN in a healthcare facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement physicians’ orders, administer medications, start IVs, perform treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
Assess and evaluate patients' needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
Apply sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
Administer over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
Collaborate with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
Direct and guide ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.
Maintain accurate, complete care records and reports.
Administer medications to patients and monitor them for side effects and reactions.
Record patient vital signs and medical information.
Adhere to all Chambers Health appearance standards and maintain a professional dress at all times while working.
Maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients and co-workers. Be responsive to patient needs.
Use AIDET model when interacting with patients, client, and guests.
Demonstrate efficient and safe use of equipment and cleaning solutions utilizing appropriate PPE.
Demonstrate commitment to professional growth and competence by adherence to hospital and departmental annual training commitments.
Participate in self-development by attending mandatory in-services and educational programs appropriate to the goals and needs of the department.
Adhere to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe environment. Comply with all CMS regulations and other local, state and federal regulations.
Maintain compliance with Chambers Health standards of operation. Always adhere to Chambers Health Business Conduct Policy. Maintain all records and reports to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations and codes.
Maintain compliance with all requirements of Federal, State and local regulations and guidelines including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended.
Follow narcotic policies and consistently demonstrate the “seven rights” of medication administration.
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to solve interpersonal situations.
Take on call and work extra shifts during high volume/census, low staffing, or emergent periods.
Communicate with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
Perform other related duties as may be assigned by manager.