Registered Nurse Post-Op
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Job Location:
Fort Smith, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
Responsible and accountable for assessing planning implementing and evaluating the care for the postoperative patient in accordance with the plan of care established hospital and departmental policies procedures and standards of care. Communicates findings as indicated to appropriate persons and documents same in the patients medical record. Responsible for managing/overseeing the care and services provided by ancillary and other professional. Responsible for managing supplies and other equipment within the unit. Develops and maintains a collaborative and collegial relationship with physicians and interdepartmental personnel as they relate to the care of the postoperative patient. Maintains competent post-anesthesia skill level to ensure provision of safe quality patient care. The RN assures that the philosophy mission goals objectives policies and procedures of Mercy are followed. Is sensitive to the needs of patients families and fellow co-workers; plans and provides professional nursing care for patients in accordance with age specific needs plans and provides professional nursing care for patients in accordance with any identified cultural diversity needs (such as religions lifestyles beliefs physical capabilities and cultures); plans and provides professional nursing care for patients by assuring appropriate and effective pain management; assess report and assist any patients that present with evidence of abuse and/or neglect; and supports the mission of -workers are expected to abide by Mercy safety and infection control policies to maintain a safe environment for patients and co-workers. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission values and Mercy Service Standards.Position Details:
Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
Licensure: RN licensure in the state of practice.
Experience: 1 year hospital or medical-surgical experience preferred.
Certifications: CPR and ACLS
Other:
Preferred Education:
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: 2 years hospital medical-surgical experience.
Preferred Certifications:
Preferred Other:
Why Mercy
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.
