What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Saint Mary's Regional Health System?
Your experience matters at Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center. We prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.
As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you embrace a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.
You will make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.
Our Medical Surgical unit is where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). With a 1:6 nurse to patient ratio, you will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety.
We offer a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Staffing and Scheduling: Manage nurse schedules to ensure adequate coverage across all units, addressing gaps due to absences or increased patient acuity.
- Resource Allocation: Assign nursing staff based on patient needs, acuity levels, and staff competencies to optimize care delivery.
- Crisis Management: Respond to emergencies such as patient crises, natural disasters, or security incidents, implementing appropriate protocols and coordinating with relevant departments.
- Communication: Serve as the liaison between nursing staff, physicians, patients, families, and hospital administration, ensuring effective information flow and addressing concerns promptly.
- Patient Flow Coordination: Monitor patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to maintain optimal bed utilization and reduce bottlenecks in patient care services.
We also offer mentorship and support to nursing staff, addressing clinical questions, facilitating professional development, and promoting a positive work environment.
At Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center, we are committed to providing great care by supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position offers:
- Sign-on bonus
- Shift differential
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
- Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
- Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
- Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
- Professional development and growth opportunities
To be considered for this role, applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:
- Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire
- ACLS and PALS certifications within six months of hire
- One year of experience preferred
- ASLS certification preferred
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is a 170-bed hospital located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.
Salary : $67,200 - $108,360
