What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Medsurg position at Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services?
Role Overview
This position involves providing patient care through the nursing process, which includes assessing patients, developing, implementing, and evaluating care plans. The nurse administers medications, educates patients and families, collaborates with healthcare teams, and offers clinical leadership. The role emphasizes compassionate, safe, and quality care that respects patient autonomy and dignity, supporting continuous learning and goal achievement.
Key Responsibilities
This position involves providing patient care through the nursing process, which includes assessing patients, developing, implementing, and evaluating care plans. The nurse administers medications, educates patients and families, collaborates with healthcare teams, and offers clinical leadership. The role emphasizes compassionate, safe, and quality care that respects patient autonomy and dignity, supporting continuous learning and goal achievement.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients and develop care plans
- Implement and evaluate care strategies
- Administer prescribed medications
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers
- Collaborate with healthcare team members
- Provide clinical leadership and support ongoing learning
- Minimum: Computer literacy
- Licensure: RN with BLS certification within 14 days of hire
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills