Registered Nurse

Full Time Day Shift RN 7a-7:30p

The Registered Nurse in the Medical/Surgical Department delivers direct and indirect nursing care to assigned patients and coordinates that nursing care in collaboration with other members of the health team.

• This position is responsible for:
• Administering prescribed medications, treatments, therapies and interventions to patients following approved nursing procedures
• Initiating and implementing a patient care plan for all assigned patients that includes physician ordered treatment and nursing interventions as appropriate
• Observing patients and performing nursing assessments, recording significant patient conditions and reactions, and notifying supervisor and/or physician of patient conditions and significant incidents
• Directing the activities of licensed practical nurses and assistive personnel performing duties related to assigned patients
• This position may be assigned or expected to assume Charge Nurse responsibilities for the area.