Scotlandhealth is seeking a full-time RN for the telemetry department at Scotland Memorial Hospital in Laurinburg, NC. The role requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program and current NC or multistate RN licensure, along with BLS and ACLS certifications. Responsibilities include ensuring proper nursing techniques, supervising personnel, interviewing patients for procedures, and maintaining documentation. Excellent communication skills and a teamwork-oriented approach are essential for success in this role.
Qualifications
Current NC or Multistate RN licensure; current BLS certification.
ACLS certification required.
Demonstrates skills in problem solving and effective communication.
Responsibilities
Ensure proper techniques and practices in endoscopy and gastroenterology nursing.
Supervise personnel and direct actions as necessary.
Conduct patient interviews and ensure proper documentation.
Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
Organizational Skills
Teamwork Environment
Education
Graduate Of Accredited Nursing Program
Job description
## RN 7p-7a telemetryApplylocations: Scotland Memorial Hospital - 500 Lauchwood Dr, Laurinburg, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R240282**Department:**Scotland Memorial Hospital - Telemetry**Status:**Full time**Shift:**3rd (United States of America)**Schedule Details/Additional Information:**Education* Graduate Of Accredited Nursing ProgramCertification/Licensure (including annual requirements)* Current NC or Multistate RN licensure; current BLSSpecialized Training* Acls CertificationOther Skills And Competencies* Demonstrates Excellent Communication Skills, Both Written And Verbal.* Diplomacy, Tact, And A Positive Approach To Problem Solving Are Required To Be Successful.* Organizational Skills Are A Must.* Fosters A Teamwork Environment.* Must Be Able To Communicate With Patients, Customers, Other Departments, And Staff In An Articulate And Professional Manner* Computer (Electronic Medical Record) Charting**Job Description:**1.Stay current with best practice and advancements in edoscopy and gastroenterology nursing.2.Ensures that proper technique and practice are used according to accepted standards.3.Supervises other personnel in the room and directs or assists as necessary.4.Ensures care of patient through proper identification, checking of chart and reporting changes in condition.5.Ascertains that consent form is accurate and properly signed prior to procedure.6.Ensures proper body alignment throughout procedure.7.Have all supplies and equipment in room with equipment checks completed before procedure to ensure it is in working condition.8.Cares for specimens and cultures according to policy and procedure.9.Completes documentation and charges.10.Accompanies patient to patient care unit and reports to nurse on patient procedure and special happenings.11.Interviews patient prior to procedure to facilitate knowledge of patient, assesses condition and needs.12.Prepares supplies and organizes materials with respect to special needs of patient and procedure.13.Age Specific Competency: Staff members will have knowledge of human growth and development through the life span of the patient and have the ability to meet the needs of and provide the care of these patients. The age categories to be included are: Adolescence 13 - 17 yrs; Young Adult/Adult 18 – 64 yrs; Adult/Middle-Aged 65 - 79 yrs; Geriatric 80+ yrs14.Performs duties as assigned by surgical services leadership.15.Responds promptly to patient needs and concerns.