Registered Nurse – Advanced Acute Care Unit

Role Overview: The Inpatient Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care in a clinical setting, assessing needs, developing and implementing care plans, administering treatments and medications, and evaluating patient responses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, problem-solve equipment issues, and participate in quality and safety initiatives to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Complete assessments based on scope of practice and standards.
• Address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Coordinate and deliver patient care, including education and discharge planning.
• Provide direct care such as treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures.
• Evaluate intervention effectiveness and update care plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with physicians and team members to meet patient needs.
• Troubleshoot equipment and participate in evidence-based practice decisions.
• Engage in unit and organizational quality improvement activities.
• Promote patient safety and enhance patient and family experiences.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate from a specialty nursing training program; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compassionate care.

Work Environment & Unit Details: The role involves working in a diverse unit with private rooms, supporting medical, surgical, telemetry, and dialysis patients. The environment emphasizes high reliability, collaboration, and community focus. Shifts include day hours with weekend and holiday requirements.