What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Cart Nurse position at Park River Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic RN Cart Nurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care directly at patient bedsides, utilizing mobile carts equipped with essential medical supplies and technology. Your expertise will ensure seamless patient assessments, medication administration, and coordination of care in a fast-paced environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care while promoting efficiency and safety across various clinical settings during daytime hours.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care using mobile carts, including vital signs assessment, medication administration, and physical examinations
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history taking and physiological evaluations, to inform individualized care plans
- Administer injections, IV infusions, and medications accurately following established protocols and medical documentation standards
- Maintain sterile technique during procedures such as catheterization, phlebotomy, and specimen collection / processing
- Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner to document all patient interactions, treatments, and medical records precisely
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate discharge planning, case management, and utilization review processes
- Ensure infection control practices are followed rigorously, including aseptic technique and equipment sterilization
Skills
- Skilled in IV insertion, catheter care, tube feeding management, ventilator support, and airway management techniques
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth for accurate medical documentation
- Experience with nursing management tasks including supervising staff or team management responsibilities
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations including individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia care needs
- Certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS), sterile processing techniques, and infection control standards are required
- Excellent patient assessment skills combined with strong communication abilities for effective health coaching and triage support
Join us in delivering compassionate care through innovative nursing practices! This role is ideal for motivated registered nurses eager to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while working within a collaborative team environment. We prioritize your professional growth by providing ongoing training opportunities in areas like medical imaging, pain management, or specialty care such as neonatal ventilator support or spinal tap procedures. All positions are paid roles committed to supporting your career development in a vibrant healthcare setting.
Pay: $33.52 - $38.76 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34 - $39