Nurse Resident

Upson Regional Medical Center Thomaston, Georgia, United States

Nurse Resident

Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.

Provides personal care for all body systems to include skin care, bathing, oral hygiene, perineal care, and hair care; pre- and post-op care; postmortem care; correct positioning and transfer; assistance with ambulation and exercise; accurate measurement of vital signs, weights and intake/output; usage of restraints; placement of electrodes for cardiac monitoring; use of isolation precautions; administration of enemas; glucose monitoring and quality control checks;

insertion of straight and foley catheters; initiation of peripheral IV catheters and any additional competency requirements outlined on competency checklists, Performs high quality care based on hospital and department quality measures (reduction in patient falls, patient experience outcomes, health-care associated infections & conditions, evidenced-based practice protocols)

Education Required:

High School Diploma

Enrolled in final semester or graduate of an Associate or Bachelor's of Nursing Program

License, Certifications, etc:

BLS