Per Diem RN: Patient Advocate & Care Expert

Lifespan; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 49,180 - 98,360; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health's Newport Hospital is seeking a professional registered nurse to advocate for patients, apply the nursing process, and address age-specific needs under supervision.

The role emphasizes family involvement, accurate documentation, collaboration with the health team, and adherence to the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act, with per diem hours as required.

The position requires standing, walking, and ability to respond quickly to emergencies.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in RI or in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Associate's degree in nursing required; Baccalaureate in nursing preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (American Heart Association).
• Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms.
• Reports patient's responses to treatment and documents nursing interventions.
• Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient outcomes.
• Maintains knowledge of contemporary nursing practice within RI Nurse Practice Act.

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Baccalaureate in nursing

Job description

Brown University Health's Newport Hospital is seeking a professional registered nurse to advocate for patients, apply the nursing process, and address age-specific needs under supervision.

The role emphasizes family involvement, accurate documentation, collaboration with the health team, and adherence to the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act, with per diem hours as required.

The position requires standing, walking, and ability to respond quickly to emergencies.