RN: Patient Care & Education Specialist

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Jonesboro, AR seeks a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care across care settings. You will collaborate with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes, using critical thinking, nursing processes, and compassionate, respectful care.

Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessment, medication administration, age-appropriate care, and patient education.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient appropriately based on medical condition.
• Administer ordered medications as prescribed.
• Provide care appropriate to patient age and condition, including basic self-care activities.
• Create and evaluate teaching plans with family involvement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to deliver patient care.
• Assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical skills.
• Address psychosocial needs of patients and families; coordinate with social services for discharge needs.
• Demonstrate cost-effective and efficient use of supplies and resources.
• Prioritize patient care to ensure safety and quality.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Jonesboro, AR seeks a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care across care settings. You will collaborate with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes, using critical thinking, nursing processes, and compassionate, respectful care.

Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessment, medication administration, age-appropriate care, and patient education.