RN Senior Care Unit; PRN Job Warren area,Arkansas USA,Nursing

Position: RN Senior Care Unit (PRN)

Position Summary

Assesses, plans, directs and evaluates the delivery of nursing care within his/her unit. This is a safety sensitive position.

Position Accountabilities

Coordinates and directs the delivery of patient care.

Interprets and adheres to hospital policies and procedures; updates nursing policies and procedures as needed.

Utilizes problem solving approach in resolving problems between patients, employees, medical staff, visitors, etc.

Evaluates nursing care using monitoring criteria.

Adjusts staffing and assignments appropriately when CNO is not available.

Insures safety and comfort of patients and also health and safety of employees.

Keeps CNO informed of patient care issues, needs and reportable situations.

Provides leadership and sets example in emergency situations and drills. Keeps emergency equipment ready for use.

Evaluates employee performance annually.

Maintains operational functioning of the nursing unit as necessary.

Completes special assignments as required by nursing administration.

Evaluates nursing care plans used by staff, relating to nursing diagnosis, i nitiation and updates.

Professional Development:

Attends mandatory in-services.

Infection Control

Fire Safety

CPR Certification

Attends continuing education pertaining to skills applicable for proper performance in area of practice.

Initiates ward conferences as needed for updating and instruction of nursing services.

Flexible in adapting to changes in work assignments.

Acts as a role model in attendance, dress code and planning time off.

Job Qualifications

Education/Experience

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.

Valid license as a Registered Nurse in Arkansas.

Skills:

Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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