Registered Nurse: Acute/Med Surg $10,000 Sign On Bonus!

Pioneers Medical Center•Meeker, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse will conduct physical exams to assess patient health needs and problems, implement physicians’ orders such as performing treatments, starting IVs, administering medications, and interpreting tests. This role involves reviewing and maintaining medical records, administering direct care to injured, disabled, ill or convalescent patients, and documenting pertinent information and medication administration. The nurse will also counsel patients and family members on disease prevention and health maintenance, maintain a safe and hygienic working environment, and provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families. Continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements, are essential. The role includes receiving patients, explaining procedures, checking vital signs, completing assessments, administering therapy, monitoring reactions, documenting and reporting information to physicians appropriately, and effectively dealing with emergency situations. Providing infusion treatments such as hydration, blood and blood components, drugs, and other solutions is also a key responsibility. Accurate documentation of patient care, medication administration, and ongoing assessment is required, along with utilizing proper medication administration rights and techniques. Maintaining patient confidentiality and staying updated on trends and requirements through emails and staff meetings are also part of the role. Assistance to other departments may be needed, and emotional intelligence is valued. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited school of nursing required
Current, unencumbered Colorado RN license is required
Current BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and PALS or ENPC are required within six (6) months of hire or transfer
Knowledge of current nursing trends and practices, utilizing evidence-based practices
Kind and professional demeanor
Professional and well-groomed appearance
Communicate positively and effectively, both written and verbally, with patients, family, and staff, and people of all ages
Demonstrate effective organizational skills in an evolving environment
Work with honesty, compassion and integrity at all times
Adherence to PMC confidentiality procedures and policies when dealing with employees and the community
Knowledge of current nursing trends and practice
Present and punctual for shifts and participate in communication to stay updated on department and organizational requirements
Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances

Nice To Haves

Emotional intelligence

Responsibilities

Conduct physical exams to assess patient health needs and problems
Implement physicians’ orders, such as performing treatments, starting IVs, administering medications, and interpreting tests
Review and maintain medical records
Administer direct care to injured, disabled, ill or convalescent patients
Document pertinent information and medication administration
Counsel patients and family members on disease prevention and health maintenance
Maintain a safe and hygienic working environment
Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families
Complete required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements
Assess patient health continuously and implement and develop nursing care
Receive patients, explain procedures, check vital signs, complete assessments, required screenings, administer therapy, monitor reactions, document and report information to physicians appropriately
Deal with emergency situations effectively as they arise
Provide infusion treatments such as hydration, blood and blood components, drugs, and other solutions
Appropriately and accurately document patient care, medication administration, and the ongoing assessment of the patient
Utilize proper medication administration rights and techniques
Maintain and ensure confidentiality of patient information and records
Read emails, participate in staff meetings and communication to remain updated on trends, changes, department and organizational requirements
Assist other departments as needed