Registered Nurse (RN-MS-Nights) FullTime - Med Surge Willcox, Arizona

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is looking for a Registered Nurse to provide safe patient care in Arizona. The role involves managing individualized nursing care, documenting it accurately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.

A degree in nursing is required along with a valid Arizona RN license. The position demands excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to teamwork. Opportunities for growth and further certifications are also present.

Qualifications

• Arizona RN license is required.
• Current CPR or BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification; PALS and TNCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides general nursing care to patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments.
• Documents nursing care using EMR system.

Skills

Basic nursing principles

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

ADN or BSN from accredited school of nursing

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Summary

Responsible for utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate provision of safe patient care, assuring confidentiality, comfort, and advocacy within the scope of nursing practice. Manages individualized, goal‑directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities. This position may be asked to work at other NCCH‑designated work location or sites as needed.

This position requires a commitment to teamwork, collaboration and department scheduling needs i.e. good attendance, attitude, customer services, communication skills, etc.

Special Conditions

Subject to on call during emergency conditions. Position is Safety Sensitive / Drug Free Workplace / Vaccination Requirements.

Supervision Received

Works under the direct supervision of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) or designated administrator.

Essential Functions

• Provides general nursing care to patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Uses Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system and paper medical records to document nursing care provided.
• Assists Case management with Medicare and/or insurance documentation.
• Pursues professional growth and development.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others including physicians, nurses, administrators, managers, vendors, and other health care industry personnel.

Education and/or Experience

ADN or BSN from accredited school of nursing.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current, Unrestricted, Arizona RN license required.
• Current CPR or BLS required.
• Current ACLS required. Preferred: PALS, TNCC.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient.
• Thorough knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, RN Scope of Practice, and the nursing processes and standards of care.
• Skills in basic nursing principles such as IV starts, NG tube and catheter placement, and basic physical assessments.
• Monitoring and reading of Basic Telemetry Patient.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, as demonstrated through bedside manner.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to prioritize and make autonomous decisions.
• Working knowledge of organizational policies and procedures in compliance with health care laws and regulations.
• Understanding of HIPAA compliance, Patient Rights.
• Ability to be flexible, adapt to changing situations in census or acuity, and have strong organizational skills.
• Establish and maintain solid working relationships through communication, cooperation, and positive interactions with all patients/clients, employees, staff, providers, and vendors.

Reasonable Accommodations / Job Performance

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and the physical demands satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.