What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU position at LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion?
BE PART OF THE NEW GENERATION OF HEALTHCARE AT LECOM MEDICAL CENTER.
LECOM Medical Center, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is seeking Registered Nurses for our Intensive Care Unit.
SIGN ON BONUS - $15,000 with 2 or more years of experience
SUMMARY: Provides professional nursing care within the ICU; coordinates care
planning with other disciplines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
2. Writes initial nursing histories, assesses patients’ conditions and develops individual care plans for patients assigned to the unit.
3. Administers and controls narcotics and medications.
4. Assists in formulating and screening Quality Assurance criteria and providing inservice training for staff.
5. Evaluates outcomes of patient care, consults with other specialists as required and adjusts nursing care processes as necessary to ensure optimal patient care.
6. Maintains patient documentation.
7. Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards.
8. Maintains patient records and charts to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s medical treatment.
9. Observes emotional stability of patients, expresses interest in their progress and prepares for continuing care after discharge.
10. Assists other members of the nursing team and/or other disciplines.
11. Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
12. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy.
13. Arranges for patients’ ordered diagnostic and therapeutic services.
14. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, and workshops.
15. Attends meetings as required.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
- ACLS Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Erie, PA 16509: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Retirement Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $15,000