Registered Nurse, RN, Surgical Short Stay

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is accountable for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating care for patients served and collaborates with other members of the health care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The Registered Nurse practices professional nursing by utilizing the nursing process and adheres to standards set forth in the Nurse Practice Act of Pennsylvania and Grand View Health policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Promotes patient health and ensures patient safety through participation in hospital and unit specific safety initiatives• Monitor patient condition by assessing needs in order to provide the best possible care and outcomes• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols• Collaboration with team members to ensure that treatment and care are conducted according to hospital policy and procedure• Expands knowledge and capabilities through continuing education• Maintains a professional and cooperative relationship with the healthcare team by communicating information and participating in team problem solving methods• Fosters a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients, family members, and patient loved ones• Maintains patients' confidence and confidentiality

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Vocational diploma Nursing Diploma minimum requirement required

Over 6 months to 1 year as an acute care Registered Nurse or in Surgical area required BSN preferredLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:Registered Nurse in PA - Licensed, Upon hire, required

Basic Life Support (BLS), Upon hire, required

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Within 60 days of hire, required

Responsibilities Three 8 hr days/evenings week 1Two 8hr days/evenings week 2