RN, ED

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL•Duncan, OK

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations. Care must align with the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics. The RN fulfills professional obligations as a scientist, leader, practitioner, and knowledge transferor, and promotes collaborative decision-making, innovation, lifelong learning, teamwork, and a Just Culture of safety. This full-time position is based at Duncan Regional Hospital in Duncan, Oklahoma. The position type is listed as full time, with a varying shift and no travel. The salary range is undisclosed.

Requirements

Associate or baccalaureate degree in Nursing from a program accredited by CCNE, ACEN, or CNEA.
Current, unencumbered Oklahoma RN license, or multistate licensure in a party state in compliance with primary residency rules and requirements.
Fluency in oral and written English.
Basic computer skills, including email, position-related information technology, and Electronic Health Record information tools.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to remain flexible and adapt quickly to urgent situations.
Ability to adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to meet position requirements.
American Heart Association BLS and NIHSS certification; may be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer.
ACLS, PALS, and CPI training; may be obtained within one year of hire or transfer.
ENPC and TNCC; may be obtained within two years of hire or transfer.
Must not test positive for THC in pre-employment or employment drug testing, as this is a safety-sensitive position under Oklahoma law.
Required vaccinations under DRH policy; medical and religious exemptions are available upon request.
Respirator and fit testing when required for exposure risk.

Responsibilities

Complete the nursing process, including assessing patients, analyzing data, establishing goals, prioritizing and implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes.
Collaborate with physicians, providers, and multidisciplinary team members.
Build rapport with patients and families, identify care needs, and provide emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.
Identify patient and family education needs and use appropriate resources to address them.
Ensure quality care by following therapeutic and regulatory standards and administering medications and treatments prescribed by authorized practitioners.
Follow infection-control policies, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled-substance regulations to protect patients and team members.
Document patient care services accurately and on time.
Protect confidential information and maintain patient confidence.
Delegate tasks that others can safely perform, consistent with their educational preparation and the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.
Verify equipment preventive maintenance requirements, request repairs, and evaluate new equipment and techniques.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through internal and external continuing education.
Communicate information and participate in team problem-solving to maintain cooperative relationships among health care teams.
Adapt assessment, treatment, and care methods to the physical, cultural, age-specific, and developmental needs of each person served.
Attend scheduled shifts regularly and punctually and follow safety protocols.
Use assistive devices for lifting as required.
Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
Meet and maintain required conditions of employment, including required vaccinations.
Complete respirator and fit testing when at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet-producing procedures, or caustic chemicals.
Perform other similar duties as assigned.