RN Charge Nurse-Med/Surg (Nights)

GENERAL Position Overview Provide professional nursing care to individuals upon doctors' request. Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms and psychosocial needs. Re-assesses patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention. Develops and implements a measurable individualized plan of care for the patient within the time frame established by Nursing Standards of Care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education Graduate from an accredited School of Registered Nursing. Experience Two (2) years of acute care in a medical/surgical setting preferred. Knowledge Of Knowledge of medications and pharmacology at a level appropriate to the scope of licensure and professional expertise; general practice medicine and medical terminology; standard diagnostic and medical equipment and instruments; basic computer skills.

Licenses / Certifications

/ Registries Current RN licensure from the State Board of Nurse Examiners by the State of Texas with renewal as required by law; current BLS certification. ACLS required within 60 days of hire and PALs required within 6 months of hire. OTHERS Personality / Interpersonal Skills Appreciation of and the desire to be part of a health care team dedicated to providing patients optimal care. Employment Type Charge - Fulltime nights Contact Human Resources Applicants may contact: Human Resources Office Cogdell Memorial Hospital cmhbkerr@cogdellhospital.com 1700 Cogdell Blvd. Snyder, TX 79549

Phone:

325-574-7112

Fax:

325-574-7136