RN - Telemetry Full Time 7p-7a

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.•Hutchinson, KS

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The RN - Telemetry plans and delivers professional nursing care to patients under the direction of a physician. The role evaluates patient needs, maintains comprehensive care plans, administers and evaluates medications, and supports patients’ independence by involving patients and families in care discussions. The nurse educates patients and families about care and disease processes, documents care accurately and promptly, monitors patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions, and reports changes as directed. The position also mentors and trains new staff and students, works within the scope of nursing practice, follows unit competencies and organizational policies, and maintains professional working relationships with patients, representatives, colleagues, physicians, contractors, outside agencies, and the public. The nurse follows the organization’s mission, vision, and values and complies with privacy and security regulations for protected health information. This position has no people-management responsibilities.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Kansas or a compact state.
Current BLS/CPR card from an approved provider within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first.
Ability to apply basic nursing principles.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Keyboarding and basic computer skills.
Multitasking and prioritization skills.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, with or without accommodation: heavy work involving occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds and constant exertion of up to 20 pounds; standing or walking 51–75% of the day.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Previous experience in a similar environment.
ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIHSS, or AWHONN credentials may be required depending on department or entity policy.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care under the direction of a physician.
Mentor, develop, and train new staff and students.
Perform duties within the scope of practice established by the applicable licensing board.
Apply the knowledge and skills required by unit or department competencies, policies, and procedures.
Evaluate patient needs and review and maintain a comprehensive care plan within scope.
Promote patient independence by establishing care goals and involving patients and families in discussions about medical issues, testing, medications, and self-care skills.
Administer and evaluate medications accurately, manage medication orders, and deliver medications to patients in a timely manner.
Educate patients and families on physical, emotional, and psychosocial aspects of care, disease processes, symptom and pain management, and signs and symptoms of death when appropriate.
Complete timely and accurate documentation according to Health System or affiliate policy.
Observe patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions and report changes as directed.
Act in accordance with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Comply with privacy and security regulations regarding protected health information.
Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients, representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
Perform other duties as assigned.