Registered Nurse (RN), Telemetry - PRN (Tier 3) in Ladonia, AL

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.Job SummaryUnder the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and/or Nursing Unit Director, perform nursing patient care duties for the assigned unit or department. Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care in accordance with the established patient care philosophy. Facilitate individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care, maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; and participate in all phases of education.Essential FunctionsIdentifies existing and potential problems and seek or implement appropriate solutionsPerforms plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound careMay administer medication Documents patient care given.Provides nursing care through planning, organizing, and facilitating the nursing function for assigned patientsAssists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulationMonitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and familiesWorks as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patientKnowledge/Skills/Abilities/ExpectationsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervisionMust be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action EducationAssociates degree in Nursing RequiredBachelors degree in Nursing PreferredLicenses/CertificationsBasic Life Support (BLS)-RequiredACLS within 6 months of hirePALS within 6 months of hireHandle with Care Certification within 6 monthsValid licensure in the State as a Registered Nurse (RN)ExperienceSix (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a direct patient care setting unless entering into the Nurse Residency Program