Staff RN I

Kaiser Permanente; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Staff Registered Nurse (RN) I to join their dynamic team in Jonesboro. This role emphasizes a patient-centered approach, where you will utilize your nursing skills to assess health statuses, implement care plans, and collaborate with a diverse healthcare team. You will be responsible for leading nursing responses during emergencies, providing health education, and ensuring high-quality care. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of RN clinical experience or completion of Kaiser Permanente Nurse Residency program.
• Registered Professional Nurse License (Georgia) required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes nursing process to assess patient health status and develop care plans.
• Monitors patient responses and participates in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Nursing Diagnosis

IV Therapy

Patient Education

Collaboration with Healthcare Team

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Basic Life Support

Job description

Job Summary:

Kaiser Permanente nurses are guided by an integrated nursing model that places patients and families in the center. The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) I practices professional nursing as defined by the Georgia Registered Professional Nurse Practice Act and by organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines. Provides nursing care for patients, members, and families to promote or restore health and to prevent illness and injury. Collaborates with members of the Health Care Team (HCT) and leaders to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe, effective, and efficient care.

Essential Responsibilities:

+ Utilizes the nursing process to assess patient health status, determine nursing diagnosis, establish nursing goals, and develop, implement, and evaluate the nursing plan of care.

+ Completes POE and addresses care gaps during the patient encounter.

+ Accurately documents patient data, actions, interventions, and response to treatment according to established policies and guidelines.

+ Assists with procedures and monitors patients response during and after the procedure.

+ Actively participates, as a member of the healthcare team, to engage patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of patient care.

+ Leads the nursing response to medical emergencies, if indicated.

+ Monitors electronic messaging and emails (department InBasket) related to patient or provider requests and manages the messages or triages them to physician, associate practitioner, or others as needed.

+ Initiates and monitors IV therapy, administration of medications, and other nursing procedures as prescribed by the physician or associate practitioner, and documents accordingly.

+ Assesses patient and family health education needs, provides health teaching and counseling, and evaluates effectiveness of the education process.

+ Conducts outgoing telephone calls to patients requiring follow-up care and preventative outreach.

+ Participates in quality improvement activities and/or initiatives.

+ Participates in departmental orientation and training of new staff.

+ May perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

+ Minimum one (1) year of RN clinical experience or have completed the Kaiser Permanente Georgia Nurse Residency program.

Education

+ Associates degree in nursing.

License, Certification, Registration

+ Registered Professional Nurse License (Georgia) required at hire

+ Basic Life Support required at hire

Additional Requirements:

+ N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience as a Registered Professional Nurse.

+ Bachelors degree in nursing.

Notes:

+ Will be required to cross train to Pediatrics & Urgent Care; may also be required to float to other departments per business needs

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Staff RN I

LOCATION: Jonesboro, Georgia

REQNUMBER: 1351992

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.