Pediatric Inpatient RN – Transitional Care Unit

ummc; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The RN Inpatient- Children\'s Transitional Care Unit- 2C at Main Campus Jackson is seeking a skilled nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. You will coordinate admissions, maintain records and collaborate with case managers, home health, and utilization review to ensure smooth patient services.

Responsibilities include educating patients and families, maintaining accurate documentation, precepting others, and participating in committees to continuously improve care quality

Qualifications

• Valid RN license.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and medication/treatment side effects and schedules.
• Ensures the safety of patients.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines.
• Reports patient issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
• Serves on nursing councils or committees to improve patient care and work area.

Skills

Clinical nursing care procedures

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer systems knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

Job description

The RN Inpatient- Children\'s Transitional Care Unit- 2C at Main Campus Jackson is seeking a skilled nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. You will coordinate admissions, maintain records and collaborate with case managers, home health, and utilization review to ensure smooth patient services.

Responsibilities include educating patients and families, maintaining accurate documentation, precepting others, and participating in committees to continuously improve care quality