RN - Med/Surg Observation (Fast-Paced, Sign-On)

Carle Health; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking an RN for the NT6 Observation unit. The unit is a fast-paced, 43-bed environment with a 24- to 48-hour patient stay and a 1:5-6 nurse-to-patient ratio. Responsibilities include assessment, planning, and documentation of nursing care, with collaboration across physicians and staff.

The role requires RN licensure, a Nursing Diploma, and BLS certification within 30 days. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered for external applicants with a 3-year commitment.

Responsibilities

• Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service.
• Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs.
• Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures.
• Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.
• Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.
• Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues.
• Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base.
• Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.
• Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.
• Assess IV sites every 4 hours.
• Start new IVs per Carle policy
• Must maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart audits
• Must attend 5 out 6 staff meetings per year
• Identify change in patient status and respond appropriately

Education

Nursing Diploma

Job description

Carle Health is seeking an RN for the NT6 Observation unit. The unit is a fast-paced, 43-bed environment with a 24- to 48-hour patient stay and a 1:5-6 nurse-to-patient ratio. Responsibilities include assessment, planning, and documentation of nursing care, with collaboration across physicians and staff.

The role requires RN licensure, a Nursing Diploma, and BLS certification within 30 days. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered for external applicants with a 3-year commitment.