RN MEDSURG - PRN

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care of the patients assigned to him/her during a given period of time. The RN functions under minimal supervision and according to established policies, procedures, and professional nursing standards. The RN performs other assignments as required.

Completes physical assessment and patient interview according to departmental policy.

Implements the patient care plan through giving and delegating direct care.

Identifies and communicates unusual or abnormal assessment of patient care problems to the Charge Nurse/Manager.

Administers safely and accurately all medications within the acceptable limits of professional judgement and policy. (following medication administration rights.)

Initiates, monitors and manages IV therapy.

Utilizes opportunities during the delivery of patient care to teach and reinforce teaching to the patient, family members, and/or significant others.

Reviews instructions with patient, family, and/or significant others before transfer or discharge, and sends appropriate forms.

Determines and delegates assignments appropriately in order that tasks are completed within an allotted time.

Explains procedures and treatments thoroughly to patients, families, and/or significant others before completion.

Maintains knowledge of job-related duties; infection control, OSHA blood borne pathogens, TB/respiratory, protection plan, policies and procedures.