What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Resident Nurse - Med/Surg position at Northshore Home Health Care?
Role Overview
Provides direct and indirect patient care in various clinical settings, collaborating with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Utilizes critical thinking, nursing processes, and compassionate care to deliver high-quality services while respecting patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Performs general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization, along with other assigned tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Provides direct and indirect patient care in various clinical settings, collaborating with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Utilizes critical thinking, nursing processes, and compassionate care to deliver high-quality services while respecting patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Performs general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization, along with other assigned tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients accurately based on their medical condition.
- Administer prescribed medications and provide appropriate care for different ages and conditions.
- Develop and evaluate patient and family teaching plans.
- Utilize nursing knowledge to perform treatments and procedures, assisting physicians as needed.
- Address psychosocial needs and coordinate with social services for discharge planning.
- Practice cost-effective care, manage supplies efficiently, and promote patient safety.
- Prioritize patient care effectively and commit to lifelong learning in nursing.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS certifications preferred.
- Computer literacy required; additional certifications a plus.