Job Summary:

The RN performs under the direct supervision of the SDS Coordinator and is delegated an assignment by the coordinator to achieve quality patient care. The RN Staff Nurse shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the SDS Coordinator as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by the Surgical Services Director and patient evaluations of care. The Registered Nurse 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.

Performance Expectations:

The RN performance expectations will be covered in the orientation phases of employment. Expectations include but are not limited to:

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
• Provides for exceptional patient and coworker experiences by following our standards of practice of always using positive language.
• Demonstrates independence and exercises sound judgment in interactions with physicians and the inter-professional care team.
• Promotes a positive work environment with the SDS team.
• Collaborates with all members of the SDS and OR team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent information in a comprehensive manner.
• Exhibits open and professional communication.
• Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics.
• Performs all the duties of required of an SDS staff nurse.

• Demonstrate competency in completing patient admission.
• Prepare patients preoperatively for surgical procedures.
• Perform appropriate head-to-toe physical assessments.
• Initiate and maintain IV therapy.
• Provide care for patients with Central Vascular devices.
• Participate actively in the management of hyper/hypoglycemia.
• Initiate and administer blood products.
• Develop a plan to assess for fall and injury risk.
• Care for postoperative patients.
• Provide postoperative discharge teaching.
• Sets a positive example to all staff in daily activities.
• Behaviors and interactions demonstrate a positive attitude, personal initiative and motivation to achieve the goals of the department.
• Champions the development and growth of safety culture.
• Demonstrates organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Participates in all competencies planned for the job role prior to deadlines.
• The spreading of rumors and gossip creates unnecessary turmoil, weakens working relationships, and is contrary to the spirit of the hospital and is prohibited.
• Complies with the Surgical Services/ SDS policy.
• Follows the policies in the Employee Handbook.
• Required appropriate use of departmental communication app.
• Uses “We Care” philosophy in daily communication.

Works assigned shift and responds when called upon for additional or emergency services.

Qualifications:

Education/Skills

• Graduate of an accredited RN program required.

Work Experience:

• 1-5 years medical/surgical or telemetry nursing care required.

Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE

• Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS

Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on the required timeframe below

• Basic Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Within 90 Days of Employment

Required

• Pediatric Advance Life Support

Within 180 Days of Employment

Required

• NIH Stroke Scale

Within 90 Days of Employment

Required

• Moderate Sedation

Within 90 Days of Employment

Required

• Telemetry Nurse Education

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

Mental Demands:

Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,

demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.