Registered Nurse in Rock Springs, Wyoming at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County

High School diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. The accredited school is defined as the specific school of nursing accreditation which is commonly either NLNAC and/or CCNE. The School of Nursing degree can be an Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Preferred degree is the Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and this can be attained after hire and is encouraged. A RN may also have advanced degrees in nursing at the masters or doctoral level. Currently licensed and in good standing as a Registered Nurse by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing. Competency requirements are determined per clinical areas. Requirements for BLS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP, ONS Provider Course or others are determined per clinical area. Certification in specialty is encouraged.

Ability to demonstrate clinical competency and proficiency commensurate with specialty and according to years of experience as a RN. Demonstrates excellent communication skills and customer service skills. Demonstrates abilities to manage work processes, collaborates as a team member, manages time, provides skills with work organization, and has ability to contribute to work processes related to the professional aspects of nursing. RN’s will be able to provide clinical excellence, teach patients and others, professionally demonstrate abilities in conduct and commitment, and participate in evidence based practices, research, advances in nursing and clinical care and participation in quality improvements and outcomes. Communication and collaboration skills with physicians and other staff is required. RN’s must be able to display critical and creative thinking and problem solving. RN’s will be self-motivated and directed. RN’s will promote a profession image of nursing within the hospital and the larger community. Computer skills are essential including knowledge of electronic records, basic word processing and ability to use hospital systems as provided. Ability to use and operate medical and office equipment is essential. RN’s are accountable to have knowledge of patient safety and quality processes. Ability and knowledge application of patient and confidentiality standards.