Acute Care RN — Mixed Acuity Unit

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinate with physicians, and ensure high-quality outcomes in an acute care setting.

The RN will administer medications, document care, and participate in life-saving interventions as needed, while maintaining infection control and safety standards. Collaboration with the care team and continuous professional development are expected.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
• Strong knowledge of nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development for age-appropriate care.
• Admins prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration.
• Assists physicians during procedures within documented competence.
• Collaborates to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in CPR/code team activities.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Documentation

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Infection control

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinate with physicians, and ensure high-quality outcomes in an acute care setting.

The RN will administer medications, document care, and participate in life-saving interventions as needed, while maintaining infection control and safety standards. Collaboration with the care team and continuous professional development are expected.