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Registered Nurse (RN)
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$72,762 / year median in Kansas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
- Do you miss getting to spend time with your patients?
- Are you ready to work in an always-changing environment without feeling closed in?
- Do you wish you could take time to educate your patients?
- Do you want to put your skills to good use while continuing to learn and grow?
- Are you " done " with the stress and chaos of a facility job?
Job duties and responsibilities:
Directs nursing and home healthcare as prescribed by the attending physician Reviews all plans of treatments for accuracy, appropriateness and completeness Maintains accurate records of all services rendered to patients Evaluates and regularly reevaluates the therapy and nursing needs of each patient Performs initial admission assessment and evaluation of the Agency's patients Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques Educates the patient and family regarding pain management Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors Reports to the physician the patient's response to treatments, including drugs, and changes in the patient's physical or emotional condition Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and patient's clinical position Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors Teaches, supervises and counsels the patient and family members regarding the nursing care needs Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age Addresses and supports cultural practices, as long as such practices do not harm others or interfere with the planned course of medical therapy Supports and carries out the Agency's policies Participates in the Agency's information management and performance improvement programs Assures that monthly case conferences are done on each patient, recorded and filed in patient's chart Completes annual educational requirements Maintains regulatory requirements Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the communityRequirements:
Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent time management skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsEducation:
Bachelors or Associates Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program Registered Nurse, currently licensed in the statePreferred:
Home Health, Hospice, or Public Health Nursing experience desirable with minimum of two (2) years in a home setting; but not required.Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of driving, standing, bending, and reaching.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$30.00 - $38.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings