Rn Jobs in Los Angeles, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• Licensed RN in the state of Kansas.
• BLS certification.
• Basic computer literacy in a Windows environment, including word processing, internet use, and computer-based education.
• Keyboarding ability.
• Ready to use information technology meaningfully to improve resident outcomes and ensure resident safety.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using CPSI documentation software, including nursing assessments, electronic MAR with bedside barcode scanning, and Computerized Physician Order Entry.
• ACLS and PALS certifications may be obtained after hire.

Responsibilities

• Determine each patient's nursing needs and devise an individual nursing plan of care.
• Ensure nursing plans of care are carried out and coordinate tests and other diagnostic procedures as indicated.
• Monitor and assess patients according to age-specific guidelines and unit policy, and provide immediate treatment when needed.
• Operate and monitor medical life-support equipment and systems.
• Record vital signs, significant conditions, and reactions.
• Observe patients' behavior to assess psychological state and provide emotional support and reassurance.
• Communicate appropriate information about patients’ conditions to patients and families, and document communications according to policy.
• Initiate emergency procedures and administer treatment upon recognizing danger signals.
• Communicate effectively and accurately, verbally and in writing.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of services provided and document according to nursing policies.
• Maintain supplies by stocking and ordering supplies and disposing of expired or damaged items.
• Follow infection-control guidelines in providing nursing care.
• Document care as required by Nursing Department and unit policy.
• Maintain nursing-unit readiness and chart documentation for review by KDHE Surveyors.
• Rotate among the hospital's clinical services as assignments warrant.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive fringe benefits package commensurate with experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Sign-on bonus.