RN

Job Duties and Responsibilities
* 1. Administers medication and treatments in accordance with education experience and with approved nursing techniques.
2. Provides physicians and other members of the health care team with accurate and timely information to promote continuity and excellence of care. Utilizes nursing process in the assessment care and documentation of care of patients. Prepares equipment and supplies and assists providers with treatment and examination of patients. Carries out physicians orders accurately and in a timely manner
3. Accurately and appropriately documents patient care and treatments including but not limited to medications vital signs intake and output. Develops and documents a patient specific care plan for each inpatient within 24 hours of admission. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility through appropriate charging of supplies and pharmacy items.
4. Provides direct patient care according to established standards of care. Recognizes legal implications of patient care by obtaining appropriate consents. Is familiar with the Nurse Practice Act and practices within that framework at all times.
5. Fosters a culture of teamwork by participating in orientation of new personnel nursing staff meetings and in-service trainings.
6. Participates and completes special projects and other duties as assigned.
*Essential Job Function