TCU Registered Nurse

About this position

TCU Registered Nurse

ABOUT SHERIDAN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we proudly rank in the top 13.6% of U.S. hospitals, recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. With over 850 dedicated employees and 100+ expert providers across 25 specialties, we are committed to exceptional, patient-centered care. Set in northern Wyoming’s stunning Big Horn Mountain foothills, Sheridan offers outdoor adventure and community charm. Our hospital combines cutting‑edge technology with a collaborative, innovative culture.

Join a team that values your skills, fosters growth, and empowers you to impact lives meaningfully. Apply today and be part of Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s mission of excellence!

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the transitional care / skilled nursing setting. Communicates with physician/manager/co-workers, as appropriate, about changes in the patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. The registered nurse is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or report on response to treatment appropriately. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in the departments with adequate supervision.

Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.

Performs patient care responsibilities specific to the standard of care for the patient’s age.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age‑appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age‑specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.

Ability to perform a head‑to‑toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy and specific to unit age specific populations.

Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques, including non-pharmacological techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Ability to formulate and revise an individualized plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment. Evaluates the overall daily plan for effectiveness.

Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of learning. Family is included in teaching as appropriate.

Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services within the scope of practice.

Communicates appropriately and clearly with all health care team members.

Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.

Provides care appropriate to the disease condition and age of the patient.

Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.

Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well under stressful situations.

Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

Functions as liaison between the patient/family, physicians, other healthcare providers and administration.

Interacts professionally with the patient/family and involves the patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.

Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.

Documentation meets current standards and…