Registered Nurse - Med​/Surg

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Full Time West Point, NE, US

Franciscan Healthcare is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our Med/Surg team. This position plans, implements, and evaluates the care of all patients across the age continuum. This position provides care on the patient care floor, ER, OB/Nursery and Infusion.

Hours:

Includes days, evenings, weekend, and holiday rotation.

ESSENTIAL

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess and organize patient data to develop an individualized plan of care and discharge plan.
• Prioritize, plan, and provide direct care to assigned patients.
• Provide positive customer service to patients and their families; keep all informed of services being provided.
• Initiate, implement, evaluate, and revise patient teaching plans as needed to meet the patient’s learning needs.
• Document all care given to patients in a concise, efficient manner.
• Relay pertinent information through appropriate documentation and referral to other health team members.
• Maintain quality patient care by following professional standards, policies, and procedures.
• Support an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person;
  Responsible for fostering a team orientated atmosphere.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nebraska
• Basic Life Support or ability to obtain within probationary period
• Experience operating equipment in ER, OB and Med/Surg unit with minimal assistance preferred

Other Competencies

• Interpersonal skills requiring courtesy and tact are necessary to communicate effectively
• Medium strength with lifting of 50 lbs. occasionally, 25lbs. frequently, and 10 lbs. constantly (Lifting over 35 lbs. requires assistive devices be used)
• Requires full range of body motion with frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching
• Ability to properly lift position and transport patients (with assistance as defined)
• Ability to change from one duty to another frequently
• Analytical skills to organize and prioritize workload to meet patient needs
• Ability to stabilize unsteady patient when ambulating
• Ability to record information accurately and follow instructions exactly