RN - Transitional Care Facility - 0.1 IPT

phelpshealth; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is a hospital system seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide direct patient care using the nursing process in a clinically competent manner. The role emphasizes adherence to ANA ethics and safety protocols within a team-based environment.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with Missouri or Compact licensure is required, plus BLS certification; one year of experience is preferred. Expect physical demands and potential exposure to infectious patients in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.
• One year of experience preferred.
• Current RN license in Missouri or Compact Licensure.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Follows hospital policy to ensure patient safety and infection prevention.
• Provides nursing care including meds administration and patient teaching.
• Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments to monitor status.
• Documents patient care activities to support quality measures.
• Communicates with physicians and team to improve outcomes.
• Educates patients and families to support health care outcomes.
• Engages in continuing education to develop nursing skills.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Patient safety

Communication

Education

Accredited school of nursing

Job description

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.

No matter where you start with us, we're committed to taking our team to the top. If you're ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

General Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care using the nursing process, demonstrating clinical competence relevant to the area of nursing practice, and adhering to the ANA Code of Ethics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, critical lab notification, etc. to provide patient care in an optimally safe environment. Maintains and cares for central lines and prevents surgical site infections per policy.
• Provides quality nursing care including administration of medications, nursing intervention, and patient and family teaching. Performs such actions within the guidelines established in hospital policy and procedure to support quality outcomes and patient safety.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessments in all aspects of patient care to monitor patient status, improve quality, enhance patient safety, and to provide accurate information to health care team members.
• Documents all patient care activities and required quality monitoring items to comply with established quality measures and support clinical decision making.
• Communicates patient information to physicians and appropriate team members to improve patient outcomes. Delegates as appropriate while maintaining an atmosphere fostering team work and accountability.
• Communicates with patient and family members in a timely manner to enhance the patient experience and provide education to support health care outcomes.
• Demonstrates critical thinking into nursing practice and attempts to develop skills and abilities through continuing education.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.

Work Experience

One year experience preferred.

Certification/License

Current RN license in the State of Missouri or Compact Licensure.

Graduate nurses (GNs) must obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).

Mental/Physical Requirements

Considerable mental concentration required. Lifting up to 35 lbs., turning activities, standing, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, reaching and nearly constant walking required.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious disease and communicable disease via blood and other bodily fluids. May encounter hostile persons at times.

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself!