RN-General Care Unit

Bryan Health; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan Health in Kearney, Nebraska is looking for a Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in a Medical/Surgical setting. The role involves communicating effectively with physicians and co-workers regarding patient conditions, as well as performing essential nursing duties. Candidates must have current RN licensure, be graduates of an accredited nursing school, and hold Basic Life Support certification. Additional certifications like PALS and ACLS may be required depending on the role.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure from Nebraska or an approved compact state required.
• Graduate from an accredited nursing program is mandatory.
• Basic Life Support certification required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support may be needed based on role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care in the Medical/Surgical setting.
• Communicate with healthcare professionals regarding patient conditions.
• Perform general nursing duties with adequate supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Communication with healthcare team

Responding to clinical changes

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

BSN or current enrollment in a BSN program

Tools

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the Medical/Surgical setting. Communicates with physicians, leadership, and co-workers, as appropriate, about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Performs general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

Education and Experience

Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or an approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act is required. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required. BSN or current enrollment in a BSN program is preferred.

Other Credentials / Certifications

• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification is required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association, American Red Cross, and the Military Training Network.
• National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification is required within 6 months of hire.
• For those working in a charge role: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 90 days of hire.
• For those working in a charge role: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required within 90 days of hire.