Registered Nurse Tier 1

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver skilled patient care across departments in Prestonsburg, KY. The RN collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, conducts assessments, develops and implements plans of care, and mentors students and staff.

The role emphasizes patient advocacy, safe nursing practice, accurate documentation, discharge planning, and effective communication using SBAR to ensure high-quality outcomes for patients and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate degree required in nursing.
• Registered Nurse license required.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• De-Escalation training within 6 months of hire.
• Driver's license required.
• Experience in planning and implementation of client care.
• Ability to travel to client residences in varying environments.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient assessments, formulate and oversee care plans, and adjust based on needs.
• Perform nursing acts consistent with standards and scope of practice.
• Provide care, counseling, health teaching, and use Teach Back.
• Administer medications and IV therapy as prescribed.
• Supervise, delegate, and mentor other personnel and students.
• Report to chain of command and participate in performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure safety and confidentiality of patient information.
• Participate in discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Advocate for patients and document pertinent findings in medical records.

Skills

Patient assessment

Plan of care

SBAR communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

The Registered Nurse requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process in the respective departments in which assigned. The RN must collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; provide physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members and students.

Overview

The Registered Nurse requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process in the respective departments in which assigned. The RN must collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; provide physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members and students.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessments, formulates plan of care, oversees implementation of plan of care, evaluate and adjust plan of care utilizing critical thinking skills
• The performance of other nursing acts which are authorized or limited by the board, and which are consistent either with American Nursing’s Association Standards of Practice or with Standards of Practice established by nationally accepted organizations of registered nurses.
• Care, counsel health teaching and promotion, utilizes Teach Back methodology as affirmation of comprehension
• The administration of medication, intravenous therapy and treatment as prescribed by a LIP
• Supervision, delegation and follow-through to other personnel in the performance of activities relating to nursing care.
• Mentors and precepts students and orient new staff as assigned
• Reports up chain of command Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager/House Nurse Coordinator pertinent information
• Participates on various teams, committees or performance improvement initiatives
• Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, coworkers and self
• Participates in Discharge Planning and Transition of Care (able to define pt needs)
• Serves as a patient advocate and escalates patient related concerns timely
• Timely documents pertinent findings in medical record
• Assist patients in performing activities of daily living and functions as an active team member
• Assumes responsibility for personnel professional development
• Utilizes effective communication skills and active listening, exhibits compassionate and empathetic attitude
• Practices Hands Off communication utilizing SBAR; Performs Bedside Shift reporting utilizing SBAR (unless contradicted)
• Functions as a positive influence, role model and adheres to professional code of conduct
• Respects dignity and confidentiality of all matters relating to patients
• Refer to Special Addendum and Staff Nurse Position Description
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• Associate's Degree Required
• Registered Nurse. Required
• BLS upon hire Required
• De-Escalation Training within 6 months of hire Required
• Driver's License required
• Responsible for preparation of and interpretation of client plans of care and systematic assessments/reassessments.
• Responsible for performing nursing treatments, procedures and total client care in accordance with established agency and nursing care standards.
• Responsible for communicating pertinent client assessments/reassessments finding to physician.
• Responsible for initiating referrals to other health care organizations and community services based on identified client needs and physician orders.
• Able to travel to client residences in inclement weather and provide nursing care in varying environmental situations.