IMCU Registered Nurse - Acute Care & Intensive Monitoring

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); Sur place; Plein temps

Description du poste

Job Summary

• Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patients and their loved ones while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well‑versed in a large variety of health conditions. Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act.

• Intermediate Care Nurses care for acutely ill patients that require frequent assessments and monitor specialized equipment. IMCU nurses read and interpret data to better determine patient care.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education

  • Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing

• Minimum Work Experience

  • No previous experience.

• Required Licenses/Certifications

  • Registered Nurse

  • CPR‑BCLS (required before completion of orientation)

  • ACLS (required before completion of orientation)

  • NIH Stroke Scale (required before completion of orientation)

• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

  • Input data into computer programs.

  • Ability work with therapeutic equipment.

  • Maintain professional appearance at all times.

  • Knowledge of nursing process and ability to deliver patient care based on standards of care.

  • Ability to handle confidential information.

• Designated Driver

  • No

• OSHA Category

  • 1 - High Risk