RN -1 E B- OBSERVATION/ MEDICAL SURGICAL

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR seeks a registered nurse to provide daily patient care, assessment, and care planning.

Under the supervision of the Director and charge RN, you will implement care plans, monitor patient responses, and participate in daily rounds; overtime and call-back may be required. This role requires current Arkansas RN licensure and adherence to hospital policies; you will operate clinical equipment as oriented.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Arkansas.
• Knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures; patient care procedures.
• Ability to operate clinical equipment as oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assess, analyze, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care on a daily basis.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Patient care procedures

Equipment operation

Education

Arkansas RN license

Job description

• Current licensure or permit as a registered nurse in the state of Arkansas.

Experience

• Knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures, patient care procedures; ability to operate technical equipment as acquired through orientation.

Physical

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

Normal hospital environment. Exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant odors. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for assessing, analyzing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients on a daily basis. Under the general supervision of the Director, Patient Care Manager, Assistant Patient Care Manager, and Registered Nurse in charge, when not in charge. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call-back as required by the hospital.