Registered Nurse (nonAcute) in Brownwood, Texas at Hendrick Medical Center

JOB SUMMARY

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for executing clinical care to patients primarily in the Oncology Services Department.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education

  • Associate's Degree

• Minimum Work Experience

  • One year professional nursing experience

• Required Licenses/Certifications

  • Registered Nurse

  • BLS - should not initiate patient contact until completed

• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations and practices to give and evaluate patient care.

  • Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure, and functions; and community resources. Understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.

  • Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information.

  • Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.

  • Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.

  • Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing, and medical care coordination.

  • Skill in initiating appropriate crisis interventions and emergency response.

  • Skill in patient triage in person and on the phone.

  • Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to correspondence.

  • Ability to analyze options and then counsel patients and families about choices and make referrals to other providers and resources.

  • Ability to engage clients and families in the development and implementation of a care plan.

  • Ability to read and interpret physicians’ orders and notes from other providers.

  • Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results.

  • Ability to maintain quality control standards.

  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

  • Ability to communicate clearly.

• Designated Driver

  • No

• OSHA Category

  • 1 - High Risk