What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - MedSurg Nights position at Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care?
Role Overview
This position involves providing direct and indirect patient care in various healthcare settings. The role requires collaboration with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Responsibilities include assessing patients accurately, administering medications, and delivering age-appropriate care. The nurse formulates teaching plans, evaluates their effectiveness, and involves families as needed. Additionally, the role involves assisting physicians with procedures, addressing psychosocial needs, and promoting cost-effective practices. The nurse must prioritize patient safety, communicate effectively, and demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning.
Qualifications & Skills
This position involves providing direct and indirect patient care in various healthcare settings. The role requires collaboration with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Responsibilities include assessing patients accurately, administering medications, and delivering age-appropriate care. The nurse formulates teaching plans, evaluates their effectiveness, and involves families as needed. Additionally, the role involves assisting physicians with procedures, addressing psychosocial needs, and promoting cost-effective practices. The nurse must prioritize patient safety, communicate effectively, and demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning.
Qualifications & Skills
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of medications and ability to perform treatments
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to perform general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritize care
- ACLS/PALS