RN - Observation Full Time Day

Jupiter Medical Center•Lexington, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Within nursing services, the Registered Nurse assumes the accountability and responsibility as a professional nurse for providing “Patient Centered Care” for an assigned group of patients. The RN plans, directs, and evaluates nursing care while providing a holistic view, which may include dimensions of physical, developmental, emotional, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and functional status. Assessment involves the orderly collection of information to develop a comprehensive Standard of Care to meet identified patient care outcomes and evaluate effectiveness of a nursing plan of care. Established nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures will be followed in administering nursing care. Initial assessments provide a baseline for future comparisons that can be made in order to individualize care. Ongoing assessment and reassessment are required to meet the patient’s changing needs. RN ensures accurate documentation, adequate supplies and is knowledgeable in operation of equipment. The RN has a responsibility to acts as educator to their peers, patients, and their families. All aspects of the RN performance supports service excellence and a healing environment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
Current RN licensure in the state of Florida
BLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
ACLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
NIHSS training can be obtained through various organizations and learning systems that offer courses from the American Heart Association.
At least 1 Year of Critical Care experience (Step Down or Tele)
Grip a dynamometer for 10 seconds with a force > 25lbs.
Pinch together the thumb & forefinger for 10 seconds with a force > 5 lbs.
Rotate wrist from left to right while holding 10 lb. weight.
Fully flex and extend elbow while holding a 10 lb. weight.
Sustain shoulder flexion > 135 degrees for 10 seconds while holding 10 lb. weight.
Sustain a shoulder shrug for 10 seconds while holding 10 lb. weight in each hand.
Squat and hold position for 30 seconds.
Kneel on a single knee, demonstrated on both left and right knee.
Push a stationary loaded cart with a pushing force of 40 lbs.
Pull a stationary loaded cart with a pulling force of 40 lbs.
Carry a 30 lb. weight for a distance of 25 feet.
Lifting Floor to Table/Table to Floor (35lbs. Female - 50lbs. Male requirement)
Table to above shoulder height (20 lbs. requirement)
Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation
TB/PPD Surveillance Program
Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred
CCRN Preferred

Responsibilities

Plans, directs, and evaluates nursing care while providing a holistic view, which may include dimensions of physical, developmental, emotional, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and functional status.
Conducts orderly collection of information to develop a comprehensive Standard of Care to meet identified patient care outcomes and evaluate effectiveness of a nursing plan of care.
Follows established nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures in administering nursing care.
Ensures accurate documentation, adequate supplies and is knowledgeable in operation of equipment.
Acts as educator to their peers, patients, and their families.
Supports service excellence and a healing environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.