What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Provident Behavioral Health?
Registered Nurse (Post-Surgical Care)
Provide compassionate, patient-centered post-surgical nursing care for adult patients by assessing needs, planning interventions, implementing care, and evaluating outcomes. Monitor vital signs, manage pain, perform wound care, and promptly recognize potential complications.
Provide compassionate, patient-centered post-surgical nursing care for adult patients by assessing needs, planning interventions, implementing care, and evaluating outcomes. Monitor vital signs, manage pain, perform wound care, and promptly recognize potential complications.
- Administer medications and follow evidence-based clinical protocols
- Deliver patient and family education to support recovery and self-care
- Coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain accurate, timely nursing documentation
- Participate in quality and safety initiatives to improve patient outcomes
- Mentor and support nursing staff as needed
- Maintain a collaborative culture focused on clinical excellence and patient safety
- Current Registered Nurse licensure
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking for post-op patient monitoring
- Proficiency in medication administration, wound care, and pain management
- Excellent communication, education, and documentation skills
- Ability to coordinate care and contribute to continuous improvement efforts