Registered Nurse

Office of Shared Administration (WV); Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Appointment incentive

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Job summary

Welch Community Hospital in Welch, WV is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide high-quality nursing care across diverse settings including psychiatric/behavioral health and long-term care. The role emphasizes patient advocacy, collaboration with physicians and staff, and ongoing education of team members.

Mandatory overtime is required; candidates must pass criminal background check and drug screening. West Virginia RN licensure is required to practice.

Qualifications

• Current West Virginia license or temporary permit to practice as a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Administer top-quality nursing care to patients and residents.
• Conduct intake assessments, administer first aid and medications, and perform health screenings.
• Assist in developing and evaluating individualized care plans for patients.
• Maintain accurate health records and document changes in condition and treatments.
• Collaborate with physicians, supervisors, and staff to coordinate patient care.
• Provide guidance and training to LPNs, CNAs, and other staff; participate in orientation.
• Enter patient information into electronic systems and ensure adherence to policies.

Skills

RN License

Job description

Welch Community Hospital - McDowell County, WV

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic healthcare environment? Join our team and be part of a team that is dedicated to providing exceptional care and improving the health and well-being of our patients and residents.

As a Registered Nurse (RN) with our organization, you will be a vital member of the healthcare team, responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care to patients and residents. You will play a key role in ensuring the well-being of those under your care by providing comprehensive and compassionate nursing services. Our diverse settings range from psychiatric/behavioral health care hospitals to long-term care facilities, providing you with a unique opportunity to grow and develop your nursing skills.

Mandatory overtime is an essential function of this position. Applicant selected for employment must successfully complete a criminal background check and a chemical urinalysis and breath analysis drug screening test. All employees shall be subject to drug testing for probable cause as set forth in agency and bureau policies.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on patients' or residents' lives.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• $11,500 appointment incentive for successful candidates who agree to work for the facility for at least twelve (12) months

• Patient Care: Administer top-quality nursing care to patients and residents, ensuring the highest standards of practice.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct intake assessments, administer first aid and medications, and perform health screenings.
• Care Planning: Assist in developing and evaluating individualized care plans, tailored to the unique needs of each patient.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records for all patients, documenting changes in their condition and treatments provided.
• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, supervisors, and other healthcare staff to coordinate and implement effective patient care.
• Education and Training: May provide guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other staff members. Participate in the orientation and training of new staff.
• Administrative Duties: Enter patient information into various electronic systems, ensure adherence to healthcare policies and regulations, and communicate urgent medical needs to relevant personnel.
• Patient Advocacy: Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring clear communication and understanding of patient care plans.

Education: None.

Licensure/Certifications: Current West Virginia license or temporary permit to practice as a registered nurse.

Experience: None.

Welch Community Hospital, located in Welch, West Virginia, is the only acute care hospital in McDowell County. This hospital provides a wide scope of care and services, which includes a 55-bed acute care hospital, a 24/7, 365 days per year physician-staffed Emergency Room, an eight-bed ICU, full service Respiratory Therapy Cardiopulmonary department, Laboratory, Radiology, and Clinical Inpatient Pharmacy. The hospital also operates an outpatient Rural Health Clinic, a Surgery Clinic, an OB/GYN staffed Women’s Health Clinic, and a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Training Center. By providing these crucial health care services, Welch is positioned as the top provider for quality health care in McDowell County and Southern West Virginia.