What are the responsibilities and job description for the Acute Medicine Registered Nurse PRN Night position at Northshore Home Health Care?
Role Overview
This position involves providing direct patient care in an acute care setting, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, and promoting safety and quality compliance. Nurses develop individualized care plans collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, considering physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs. The role requires critical nursing skills and adherence to safety protocols, with a focus on professional development and continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Skills
This position involves providing direct patient care in an acute care setting, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, and promoting safety and quality compliance. Nurses develop individualized care plans collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, considering physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs. The role requires critical nursing skills and adherence to safety protocols, with a focus on professional development and continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree; Bachelor's preferred for higher experience levels
- Licenses & Certifications: RN license
- Experience: Entry-level or with at least 2 years preferred
- Skills: Critical thinking, communication, teamwork, patient education, and safety awareness
- Assess and evaluate patient needs holistically
- Develop and implement care plans with measurable goals
- Educate patients and families on post-treatment care and medication management
- Participate in quality improvement and regulatory compliance activities
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care