RN, Registered Nurse - ECC, Alabama

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and/or Nursing Unit Director: Perform nursing patient care duties for the assigned unit or department

Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care in accordance with the established patient care philosophy

Facilitate individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures

Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care, maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; and participate in all phases of education.

Essential Functions Identifies existing and potential problems and seek or implement appropriate solutions

Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given

Provides nursing care through planning, organizing, and facilitating the nursing function for assigned patients

Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation

Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families

Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Qualifications

Education Associates degree in Nursing Required

Bachelors degree in Nursing Preferred

Licenses/Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS)-Required

ACLS within 6 months of hire

PALS within 6 months of hire

Handle with Care Certification within 6 months

Valid licensure in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Experience Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a direct patient care setting unless entering into the Nurse Residency Program