Graduate Nurse-Behavioral Health Pavilion

Princeton Community Hospital Association, Inc.; Bluefield (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bluefield is seeking a professional registered nurse responsible for delivering quality patient care. The RN will utilize clinical knowledge and independent judgment to meet the diverse needs of patients. Applicants must have relevant licensure and certifications, with a preference for candidates holding a BSN. This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate nurses must obtain licensure within 60 days of hire.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility and accountability for patient care.
• Coordinate comprehensive care and evaluate patient responses.
• Participate in professional development and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Clinical Knowledge

Patient Care

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)

Job description

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Job Summary

The professional registered nurse has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for delivering nursing care through the use of the nursing process. The RN applies competent clinical knowledge, skills, and independent judgment to provide quality patient care, whether performed personally or delegated to other healthcare providers.

The RN must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide relevant care to patients across the lifespan, assessing and interpreting patient data to meet individual age-specific needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, Certification, and Licensure: Graduate nurses must obtain licensure within 60 days of hire. Licenses must be valid before the expiration of any temporary permit, unless prevented by circumstances such as pandemic-related testing center closures.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• OR Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Diploma, with current enrollment in a BSN program and completion within 5 years of hire

Core Duties and Responsibilities

This section describes the general nature of the work and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performance Dimensions: Demonstrate behaviors aligned with our mission, vision, and values, including competent care delivery, leadership, professional growth, and collaborative practice.
• Assume responsibility and accountability for patient care, providing direct care within scope and role, making clinical decisions, and using expert resources.
• Initiate actions to address risks to patient health, coordinate comprehensive care, delegate tasks appropriately, and evaluate patient responses.
• Use standards of care and scientific principles to guide actions, seeking assistance when necessary.
• Participate in professional development, mentoring, team integration, and performance improvement activities.

Specialty Accreditation Requirements

Complete annual education related to specialty standards as defined by accreditation bodies.

Physical Requirements

• Minimize manual patient handling, using equipment and aids as indicated.
• Work requires strength and stamina, including lifting and moving materials over 40 lbs.

Working Environment

• Work closely with others, sometimes during irregular hours.
• Potential exposure to biohazards, infectious diseases, deceased individuals, water, and electrical hazards.

Skills and Abilities

Additional job-specific skills and abilities are required.

Job Details

• Scheduled weekly hours: 36
• Shift: [Specify shift]
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Employer Information

Company: PCH Princeton Community Hospital

Address: 1333 Southview Drive, Bluefield, West Virginia

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