Bonus-Eligible RN – Medical Unit Direct Care & Leadership

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Rhode Island seeks a RN to render professional nursing services for a defined group of patients in alignment with the hospital's patient care philosophy.

The role involves direct patient care, clinical leadership, patient and family education, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and departments to ensure continuity of care. External candidates should have a BSN or be enrolled in one, and RI licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• RI State Licensure is required.
• BSN or enrollment in BSN program required for external candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including examination and treatment under an approved protocol.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to Nursing Supervisor/physician.
• Educate patients and families regarding condition, treatment, discharge/transfer planning, and follow-up.
• Maintain patient records and document care accurately.
• Provide clinical leadership for staff and participate in orientation of new personnel.
• Assume resource nurse responsibilities when necessary.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical leadership

Communication with physicians

Emergency response

Education

RN licensure

BSN required/enrolled

Job description

Kent Hospital in Rhode Island seeks a RN to render professional nursing services for a defined group of patients in alignment with the hospital's patient care philosophy.

The role involves direct patient care, clinical leadership, patient and family education, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and departments to ensure continuity of care. External candidates should have a BSN or be enrolled in one, and RI licensure is required.