Registered Nurse - Night Shift

Registered Nurse - Night Shift 7P-7A (full-time)

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Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting. Communicates with Physicians, Nurse Manager, and co‑workers as appropriate about changes in patients’ clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment, and performs general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

• General knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and clinical condition.
• Follow the five medication rights and reduce the potential for medication errors.
• Perform patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age.
• Perform a head‑to‑toe assessment and reassessments on all patients, including pediatric, geriatric, and the general population.
• Assess and reassess pain, utilize appropriate pain‑management techniques, and educate the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health‑care errors.
• Revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate the overall plan daily for effectiveness.
• Formulate a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluate its effectiveness. Family is included in teaching as appropriate.
• Communicate appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co‑workers, and Physicians.
• Consult other departments as appropriate to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s care.
• Provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric, and general population.
• Assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
• Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity; address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs.
• Function as liaison between administration, patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development over the life span and skills necessary to provide age‑appropriate care.
• Interpret data about the patient’s status to identify each patient’s age‑specific needs and provide the required care.
• Interact professionally with patient/family and involve them in the formation of the plan of care.
• Maintain a good working relationship with staff members within the department and with other departments.
• Document care meeting current standards and policies.
• Identify and address psychosocial needs of patients and families; communicate with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding in‑hospital and post‑discharge needs.
• Operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Coordinate and supervise patient care provided by subordinates.
• Utilize Chart Access to complete required documentation of patient care activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by department supervisor or administration.

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current license in this state as a registered nurse.
• Current BLS Healthcare certification.
• ACLS certification desired.

• Good physical and mental health and stamina.
• Lift and move moderate to heavy objects.
• Tolerate prolonged periods of walking and/or standing.
• Work has occasional stress due to workload pressures.
• Exposure to blood and body fluids; hazardous materials and waste; airborne disease.
• Occasional repetitive exposure to unpleasant and/or disagreeable working conditions (e.g., odors, dirt, grease/oil, noise, temperature fluctuations).
• Basic dexterity – basic eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to function properly under pressure and stress, and cope with emergencies.

• Successful completion of an arrhythmia/EKG interpretation course.
• Basic computer knowledge.

• Adhere to dress code;…