What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Med/Surg (PRN) position at Bath Community Hospital?
Job Title: Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical
Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer
Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer
Job type: PRN/On-Call
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting and is available to work both day and night shifts. The role involves communicating with physicians, the Nurse Manager, and co-workers about changes in a patient’s clinical condition, including diagnostic results and symptoms. The Registered Nurse responds quickly and accurately to changes in patients’ conditions and performs general nursing duties across all departments with adequate supervision.
The Registered Nurse provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting and is available to work both day and night shifts. The role involves communicating with physicians, the Nurse Manager, and co-workers about changes in a patient’s clinical condition, including diagnostic results and symptoms. The Registered Nurse responds quickly and accurately to changes in patients’ conditions and performs general nursing duties across all departments with adequate supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Administer medications correctly based on the age and clinical condition of the patient.
- Perform patient care responsibilities, considering the standard of care specific to the patient’s age.
- Conduct head-to-toe assessments on all patients and reassessments as required by policy.
- Revise the plan of care as needed based on the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan daily.
- Formulate and implement teaching plans based on identified learning needs, involving the patient’s family as appropriate.
- Perform treatments and provide services within the scope of licensure.
- Communicate appropriately and clearly with the Nurse Manager, co-workers, and physicians.
- Consult with other departments as necessary to provide an interdisciplinary approach to patient care.
- Provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric, and general populations.
- Assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills.
- Maintain flexibility, organization, and the ability to function under stressful situations.
- Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity, ensuring patient confidentiality.
- Interact professionally with patients and their families, involving them in the formation of the plan of care.
- Maintain proper inventory of supplies, linen, and medications.
- Maintain orderliness in patient rooms and the nursing unit.
- Ensure proper billing charges are documented.
- Participate in Performance Improvement initiatives and identify processes for improvement.
- Maintain good working relationships within the department and with other departments.
- Ensure that documentation meets current standards and policies.
- Address the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, coordinating with social services or discharge planners for in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
- Operate equipment safely and correctly.
- Coordinate and supervise patient care as necessary.
- Manage high-risk procedures, including restraints and transfusions.
- Be knowledgeable about patient rights and complaint procedures.
- Follow infection control guidelines and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Professional Requirements
- Adhere to the dress code; maintain a neat and clean appearance.
- Complete annual educational requirements and comply with regulatory requirements.
- Wear identification while on duty and use the computerized punch time system correctly.
Regulatory Requirements
- Current state Registered Nurse Licensure.
- Current BLS, with ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire.
Work Environment
- Exposure to various environmental conditions, including indoor and outdoor settings, temperature fluctuations, and biological, mechanical, electrical, or chemical hazards.
- Risk of electrical shock, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, and the requirement for personal protective equipment.
Physical Demands
- Perform various physical activities, including standing, walking, sitting, pushing/pulling, and lifting weights up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to operate in an environment that requires manual dexterity, coordination, and a range of motion.
Equal Opportunity
Bath Community Hospital recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.
Bath Community Hospital recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.