Registered Nurse (RN)- Med Surg

Job Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and in-direct patient care by adhering to the nursing process in a collaborative environment, promoting optimal patient outcomes through evidence-based practice, care coordination, and patient and family engagement.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides safe and effective nursing care based on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs across the care continuum.
• Administers medications, perform treatments, and document care activities in accordance with Health First's policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care, participate in rounds, and support discharge planning.
• Applies critical thinking to promptly identify changes in patient condition and initiate the appropriate interventions.
• Educates patients and families using teach-back to promote engagement in care and safe transitions.
• Adheres to safety protocols and infection prevention practices to protect patients and Associates.
• Utilizes Health First technology systems to enter clinical documentation and care plans.
• Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and High Reliability Organization (HRO) initiatives.
• Supports precepting, mentoring, and onboarding of new Associates and students as appropriate.
• Promotes a culture of purpose, rounding, and communication at the bedside (e.g., whiteboard use, bedside shift report).

Work Experience

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Benefits

ABOUT HEALTH FIRST

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.