Registered Nurse - Endoscopy Department - Casual
About The Position
Coordinates the provision of direct patient care according to Nursing Care Standards. The Registered/Graduate Nurse assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and records patient care in accordance with the medical and nursing plans of care. Participates in teaching and rehabilitation of the patient. Coordinates discharge planning in conjunction with other members of the health team. Directs and assists with the Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing Assistant, and Nursing Student in rendering care to patients, works collaboratively with all members of the patient care team and provides leadership so that standards of professional nursing practice are maintained in the clinical setting. Demonstrates ability to function as a charge nurse as assigned. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the span of life. He/she must be able to identify each patient’s age-specific needs and provide appropriate care for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, or adult patient.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Current license as a registered nurse in the State of Pennsylvania.
- BLS certified (or obtain within one month of hire).
- Procedural sedation dysrhythmia training required (must be required within 6 months).
- Nursing knowledge to effectively assess patients, formulate patient plan of care, implement and evaluate care and record completely.
- Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, family and other members of the health care team.
- Ability to perform essential functions of the position and complete orientation.
- Ability to utilize hospital computer system.
- Understanding and commitment to service excellence and performance improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Endoscopy experience preferred.
- ACLS preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and records patient care.
- Participates in teaching and rehabilitation of the patient.
- Coordinates discharge planning.
- Directs and assists with LPNs, Nursing Assistants, and Nursing Students.
- Works collaboratively with all members of the patient care team.
- Maintains standards of professional nursing practice.
- Functions as a charge nurse as assigned.
- Identifies and provides age-specific care for patients of all life spans.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
