Registered Nurse

Genesis Healthcare System•Davenport, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Plans, provides and/or supervises the nursing care of patients in an efficient and caring manner. Coordinates care planning with other caregivers and with other areas, adheres to universal precautions, and is compliant with infection control policies. Works independently with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Current Ohio RN License and ADN.
CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
Ability to read, write and explain or describe moderately complex information to other hospital staff.
Attention to detail.
Ability to communicate well in an oral and written manner, as well as the ability to observe, assess, guide, and evaluate others
Ability to read, calculate and prepare medication, as well as the ability to observe and analyze any resulting reactions and to apply clinical knowledge.
Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities and carry out established plan
Demonstrates competence in age-specific patient care.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) or obtained within one year of hire
Must complete Genesis phlebotomy training within one year of hire.
Must have one year of experience in Step-down, CCU, or Emergency Services.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) or obtained within one year of hire
Must complete Genesis phlebotomy training within one year of hire.
Must have one year of experience in Step-down, CCU, or Emergency Services.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care in accordance with physician orders in a warm and friendly manner.
Takes and records measurements or readings.
Assesses condition and provides treatment for care of patient.
Administers prescribed medications.
Provides leadership while working collaboratively with other care givers on the unit.
Participates in keeping unit prepared for HFAP on an ongoing basis.
Assists with patient rounds.
Demonstrates proficiency with critical thinking related to preoperative assessment and postoperative care of surgical patients
Demonstrates flexibility to accommodate work schedule and scheduled shifts to include equality of call coverage, starting early, late shift.
Proficient with specimen collection/documentation.
Completes documentation of daily unit maintenance checks.
Demonstrates proficiency with OPTIME/EPIC
Completes all mandatory competencies within posted time frames; i.e. moderate sedation, annual competency.