RN - PCU

Registered Nurse

Job Title:

Registered Nurse

Profession: RN

Specialty: PCU, Med-surg Adult

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Nights

Hours per Shift: 36

Experience:

Minimum 3 years

License:
Must have an ACTIVE WA license

Certifications:

N/A

Must-Have:
Experience in all areas of Med-Surg/PCU

Description:

25-bed Critical Access Client. RN for Med-Surg/PCU must be experienced in all areas and willing to flex in departments as needed. Looking for candidates who are willing and able to work through the upcoming holiday season with minimal RTO dates. Identifies patient's/significant others' needs for patient education and provides education utilizing appropriate education modalities. Identifies and provides for patient safety through preventative measures (i.e., side rails, restraints, safe use of equipment, etc.).

Follows restraint policy correctly, evaluates and documents appropriately. Demonstrates knowledge of safe operation of all equipment in the PCU/Telemetry/Med Surg areas. Is aware of troubleshooting techniques and follows procedures for repair of essential equipment and is able to access equipment manuals as needed. Implements infection control and isolation procedures using proper procedures and documentation. Utilizes standard precautions at all times.

Maintains complete, accurate, concise documentation of patient status, nursing interventions, and patient responses during assigned shift. Documents charge accurately. Ensures accuracy and completes physician's orders in a timely manner. Completes 24-hour check of orders (if within duties of assigned shift). Gives change of shift report to oncoming employees in a complete and accurate manner. Communicates with other departments completely and accurately.

Reports critical lab values to the physician in a timely manner according to policy. Maintains and restocks emergency carts, room, and general supplies. Other duties as assigned.