Staff RN - RFT - ICU

Assumes the responsibility for providing professional care to a designated patient population. Accountable for supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse and non-professional staff assigned to the unit.

• Directs patient-care according to medical center policies, procedures and accepted standards of practice and care.
• Conducts patient assessments, including history and physical.
• Develops a plan of care for each patient using nursing process.
• Administers and records prescribed medications, treatments, and procedures.
• Leads the team in planning, implementation, evaluation of patient care.
• Assists the medical staff with examinations, treatments, special tests, and procedures.
• Participates in unit activities such as answering phones, call lights, distributing meals, environmental tasks, or other assigned duties.
• Directs team conferences, shift reports and care planning.

EDUCATION

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

REQUIREMENT

• At least 18 years old.
• Able to read and write the English language.
• Demonstrate proficiency of skills per checklist.
• Able to pass a written pharmacology exam.
• Able to perform considerable standing, walking and lifting.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

• Current MS RN license.
• Current CPR certification.
• ACLS & PALS certifications within the first year of employment.

PERSONALITY

• Maintains good physical and emotional health.
• Gives evidence of knowledge and ability to use proper channels of communication.
• Is able to remain calm and function under stress.
• Demonstrates ability and cooperation in rotation of shift and/or duty areas.
• Promotes harmonious inter- and intra-departmental relationships.