Registered nurse - medical - hospital

Certification Details
BLS
Oklahoma State RN License
Job Details
General Description:
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex.
Essential Responsibilities:
-Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. -Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. -Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. -Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. -Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. -Delivers patient care competently. -Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. -Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. -Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. -Delegates tasks to support staff. -Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
~1 year of experience.
~ Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques and procedures.
~ Ability to organize, plan, coordinate and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
~ Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees.
~ Good verbal and written communication skills.
~ Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
~ Some computer skills.

Additional Details
~ Preferred Skills & Experience:
N/A