RN - Med/Surg Observation

Health Here; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here in Memphis is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care across diverse settings. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, applying nursing processes and patient education to promote health and autonomy.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, safety, and professional standards. Requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, RN licensure with BLS within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS/PALS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assesses patients based on their medical conditions.
• Provides direct and indirect patient care.
• Administers medications as prescribed and provides age-appropriate care.
• Develops and evaluates patient and family teaching plans.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to deliver comprehensive care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and performs technical services.
• Addresses psychosocial needs and coordinates with social services for discharge planning.
• Practices cost-effective resource management.
• Prioritizes patient safety and reduces healthcare risks.
• Engages in lifelong learning to enhance nursing skills.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

RN licensure and BLS within 14 days of hire

ACLS/PALS certifications

Job description

Job Summary

Provides direct and indirect patient care in various healthcare settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Utilizes critical thinking, nursing processes, and compassionate care to promote health, preserve patient dignity, and support autonomy. Performs general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization, while maintaining professionalism and integrity.

Job Summary

Provides direct and indirect patient care in various healthcare settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Utilizes critical thinking, nursing processes, and compassionate care to promote health, preserve patient dignity, and support autonomy. Performs general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization, while maintaining professionalism and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assesses patients based on their medical conditions.
• Administers medications as prescribed and provides age-appropriate care.
• Develops and evaluates patient and family teaching plans.
• Utilizes nursing knowledge to perform treatments and procedures.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to deliver comprehensive care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and performs technical services.
• Addresses psychosocial needs and coordinates with social services for discharge planning.
• Practices cost-effective resource management.
• Prioritizes patient safety and reduces healthcare risks.
• Engages in lifelong learning to enhance nursing skills.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Computer literacy.
• RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• Preferred: ACLS/PALS certifications.