Resource Team RN - Nights

JOB SUMMARY : The Registered Nurse (RN) administers nursing care to patients and / or plans, directs and coordinates the nursing care of a group of patients utilizing the nursing process and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The RN instructs patients and / or families in procedures, healthcare practices and continuing care after discharge. The RN performs duties and responsibilities in a manner adhering to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures and in compliance with professional practice standards and the Indiana State Nurse Practice Act.

EFFECTIVE DATE : 8 / 9 / 2018

QUALIFICATIONS :

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Shifts on this unit are 12 hours for this job description. Associate must be able to work 12 hour shifts to qualify for the position.

• Demonstrates knowledge and technical skill necessary for providing competent, comprehensive and age-specific patient care.
• Demonstrates leadership abilities including ability to give and follow instructions accurately and the ability to delegate and supervise non-licensed personnel.
• Serves as a professional role model for others.
• Demonstrates ability to teach / instruct patients, families and / or colleagues.
• Demonstrates computer and keyboarding skills necessary to provide a complete and accurate electronic medical record.
• Functions in a professional manner under stressful or emergency conditions.
• Utilizes effective verbal, non-verbal and written forms of communication.
• Works effectively with others consistently demonstrating tact, discretion, diplomacy and a commitment to teamwork and Patients First.
• This is a casual position and associate will be expected to float to area where need is and perform exceptionally. By nature, hours are not guaranteed in this position.

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS :

Requirements

CERTIFICATION / LICENSE : Registered Nurse (RN)

ADDIIONAL LICENSURE / CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS :

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : Mandatory Continuing Education : Customer Service, Fire and Safety, Corporate Compliance (including Confidentiality), Infection Control, and education required by regulatory, accreditation bodies, scope of practice, and / or Hancock Regional Hospital.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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