RN- South

Overview

4 South is an 18-bed unit that specializes in orthopedics and neurosurgery. The Registered Nurse (RN) cares for a diverse population that includes primary and revision joint replacement as well as neurosurgery patients recovering primarily from procedures such as cervical and lumbar fusions and revisions. Many of our patients participate in Joint Academy before they undergo surgery followed by participation in the Recovery Coach program following surgery.

This surgical unit is fast-paced related to turn over as patients typically have a short length of stay. The RN will utilize the nursing process in the provision of care and will practice within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and the policies, procedures and standards of the Health System. The RN will demonstrate a commitment to teamwork through effective collaboration efforts.

This position is a designated as “Safety Sensitive Position” under Act 593 of the State of Arkansas. An employee who is under the influence of Marijuana constitutes a threat to patients/customers which Conway Regional is responsible for in providing and supporting the delivery health care related services.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED PRIOR TO INDEPENDENCE FROM PRECEPTOR:

• Successful completion of American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
• Computer-Assisted Self-Directed New Employee Orientation
• Successful completion of Point of Care Testing Equipment Orientation
• Successful completion of Meditech Information System Orientation
• Other qualifications required by the specific job description

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED PRIOR TO COMPLETION OF ORIENTATION:

• Successful demonstration of clinical equipment appropriate to department
• Successful completion of orientation skills checklist
• Attendance at New Employee Orientation classroom program

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETEION OF NURSE RESIDENCY:

• Satisfactory completion of CRMC Nurse Residency program including attendance and participation in classroom activities and projects.
• Successful progression through the six-month mentoring program.

• Registered Nurse with current, active license to practice in Arkansas required. Licensed for less than 6 months
• BSN preferred, required within four years of hire
• Certification Preferred
• Proof of high school or equivalent or higher education
• Successful completion of American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
• Basic keyboarding skills, preferred
• Other education and experience may be substituted (if applicable) for the required minimum job qualifications with the approval of the Corporate Director of Human Resources.