RN - Registered Nurse PRN- Medicine Stepdown/Intermediate - Days and Nights Available

OU Medicine; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their Medicine Stepdown/Intermediate unit. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment caring for critically ill patients, where you can enhance your nursing skills and make a significant impact on patient care. With a focus on teamwork and continuous learning, you will be part of a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care. The position includes flexible shifts, allowing for a work-life balance while contributing to a meaningful mission in healthcare. Join a team that values integrity, inclusion, and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

PTO

401(k)

Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse required.
• Current RN License from Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or eNLC.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care under supervision.
• Document patient responses and administer medications as prescribed.
• Foster an inclusive environment and maintain professional standards.

Skills

Patient Care

Nursing Theory

Communication Skills

Conflict Management

Cultural Competency

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Computer Applications for Nursing

Job description

RN - Registered Nurse PRN- Medicine Stepdown/Intermediate - Days and Nights Available

Position Title:

RN - Registered Nurse PRN- Medicine Stepdown/Intermediate - Days and Nights Available

Department:

Medicine Step Down

Job Description:

Location: University of Oklahoma Medical Center 7W

Shift Available: PRN 6:45a-6:45p or 6:45p-6:45a

Medicine Stepdown/Intermediate 7W unit consists of 27 beds, 11 Step Down and 16 Med Surg beds. Medicine Stepdown/Intermediate unit is looking for motivated, compassionate, and disciplined nurses craving a stimulating, learning experience, and a strong team environment! This unit cares for a variety of both lower acuity and complex critically ill patients with multifaceted disease processes requiring higher level of care and closer monitoring. The Medicine Stepdown/Intermediate unit offers a challenging environment where you can develop and enhance your complex nursing skills while making a significant impact on your community!

General Description:

An OU Health Registered Nurse (RN) works under general supervision, providing the highest quality of care to patients in a hospital setting with health problems ranging from simple to complex. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting Patients First, pursuing Relentless Excellence, showing Integrity, seeking Inclusion for all staff and patients, always Learning, and valuing Teamwork.

Essential Responsibilities

• Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains nursing professional practice standards.
• Assumes responsibility for an assigned patient or group of patients.
• Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, noting all changes in physician order on assigned patients.
• Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.
• Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients, and intervenes when necessary.
• Administers medication as prescribed.
• Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
• Delivers patient care safely and competently.
• Resolves patient complaints in a timely manner in accordance with policy and in collaboration with support staff.
• Informs patient and family of hospital procedures and shares care plan during the time of care and at the time of discharge.
• Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
• Fosters a growth mindset through seeking mentorship, remaining open to coaching and feedback, and maintaining professional certification(s)/licensure in order to perpetually develop and uphold the skills required for proficiency within the nursing profession.
• Develops a professional career plan and establishes personal, performance goals in alignment with enterprise-wide metrics, frequently measuring progress with department leadership.
• Fosters an inclusive workforce where individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve OU Health’s winning aspiration.
• Delegates tasks to clinical support staff as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Experience: 1+ years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse.

License/Certification/Registration:

• Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)).
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
• Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
• Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients.
• Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.
• Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
• Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.