Night Shift Registered Nurse - Patient Advocate

Brown-University-Health-1; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health seeks a professional Registered Nurse to advocate for patients and apply the nursing process under supervision. The role emphasizes age-appropriate care and collaboration with health teams to improve patient outcomes.

Candidates must be licensed as an RN in Rhode Island, maintain BLS certification, and apply current nursing practice within state law. Night shifts, Newport location, with EEO commitments.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; RN licensure required.
• Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act and patient life-span care.
• Ability to document and communicate nursing interventions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and report deviations in patient condition.
• Provide comfort and support per patient needs.
• Engage patients and families in care planning and activities of daily living.
• Set priorities and manage unit assignments; seek guidance when needed.
• Identify emergencies and initiate appropriate responses.
• Document nursing assessments and outcomes; evaluate care plan.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient advocacy

Clinical assessment

Education

RN license Rhode Island

BLS Certification

Job description

Brown University Health seeks a professional Registered Nurse to advocate for patients and apply the nursing process under supervision. The role emphasizes age-appropriate care and collaboration with health teams to improve patient outcomes.

Candidates must be licensed as an RN in Rhode Island, maintain BLS certification, and apply current nursing practice within state law. Night shifts, Newport location, with EEO commitments.