What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Med/Surg - Wharton position at OakBend Medical Center?
The Registered Nurse provides direction to professional and non-professional clinical personnel in providing direct patient care. The Registered Nurse provides high quality, skilled nursing services assisting all patients to achieve optimum health and functional health status following an illness requiring hospitalization. Through collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals, the nurse prepares the patient and family for discharge to home or another setting for continued care.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Minimum Work Experience
One year acute care experience in a hospital setting required.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Current licensure in Texas as a registered Nurse
Certified through the American Heart Association Basic Life Support required.
ACLS certification preferred within the first year of hire.
Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities
Interpersonal and critical thinking skills required. Excellent communication and team work skills. Basic clinical, computer & typing skills.
ABOUT OAKBEND
OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Minimum Work Experience
One year acute care experience in a hospital setting required.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Current licensure in Texas as a registered Nurse
Certified through the American Heart Association Basic Life Support required.
ACLS certification preferred within the first year of hire.
Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities
Interpersonal and critical thinking skills required. Excellent communication and team work skills. Basic clinical, computer & typing skills.
ABOUT OAKBEND
OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.