RN - Dialysis - North

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Health in Abilene, TX is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide direct and individualized patient care using the nursing process across a range of medical conditions. This role requires ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale readiness before orientation, a graduate of an accredited nursing program, and at least 1 year of acute care experience; CPR-BCLS certification is also required.

The RN will collaborate with other disciplines to improve patient outcomes and participate in quality

Qualifications

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing.
• 1 year of acute care experience.
• Licensed Registered Nurse with CPR-BCLS.
• ACLS (required before completion of orientation).
• NIH Stroke Scale (required before completion of orientation).

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and individualized nursing care using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve patient outcomes.
• Participate in committee activities, surveys and quality initiatives.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

HIPAA/confidentiality

Electronic health records

Education

Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patient and significant others; while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter; they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions.

Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities; surveys; and improvement initiatives. In addition; Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act.

Nephrology nursing is a specialty practice addressing the protection; promotion; and optimization of the health and well-being of individuals with kidney disease.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

• - Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing

Minimum Work Experience

• - 1 year of acute care experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• - Registered Nurse
• - CPR-BCLS
• - Diagnostic & Support: ACLS (required before completion of orientation)
• - NIH Stroke Scale (required before completion of orientation)

Required Skills; Knowledge; and Abilities

• - Maintains professional appearance at all times
• - Ability to handle confidential information
• - Input data into computer programs
• - Ability to work with therapeutic equipment
• - Knowledge of Nursing process and ability to deliver patient care based on standards of care

Designated Driver

• - No

OSHA Category

• - 1 - High Risk