RN in Poplarville, Mississippi at Forrest General Hospital

Job Summary:

The ED Staff Nurse renders nursing care and related assistance to Emergency Department patients, with patient-centered care being a primary responsibility. Responsible for assessment of the patient and, in conjunction with the physician, provide medical and nursing care for each and every patient. Utilize the nursing process in assessment planning, intervention, evaluation, and teaching in providing patient care. Knows and supports the philosophy and objectives of the Emergency Department. Works under the direction of the Patient Care Coordinator and is ultimately accountable and responsible to the Nurse Manager/Director of Nursing. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Education/Skills

Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program.

Work Experience:

Emergency or medical-surgical experience preferred, not required.

Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE

• Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS

Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below

• Basic Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

• Basic Coronary Care

Within 60 Days of Employment

Required

• NIH Stroke Scale

Within 1 Year of Employment

Required

• Pediatric Advance Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

• Trauma Nursing Core Course

Within 1 Year of Employment

Required

Mental Demands:

Ability to perform tasks quickly, cooperate with others, take orders and follow directions precisely, demonstrate initiative, understands emotional stress of patients, families, and other staff during emergency or crisis situations, understands and utilizes appropriate coping mechanisms in dealing with death and dying.