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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.
$72,530 / year median in Tennessee
+9% projected growth
Job Description
RN
Job ID:
42609
Job Category:
Nurse RN
Work Type:
PRN
Work Schedule:
Days
Department:
Operating Room
Facility:
BMH Carroll County Hospital
Location:
Jackson, TN
Overview
Job Summary
Coordinates and provides care utilizing the critical thinking framework known as the nursing process. The nursing process forms the foundation of the nurse's decision making to help partner with patients/families to attain, maintain and restore health whenever possible. Blends caring,passion, knowledge and integrity to provide safe quality care that preserves patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Performs other duties as assigned. Cares for patients prior to surgery and after recovery. Responsibilities
Assesses the patient
Develops the plan of care.
Implements the plan of care.
Evaluates the plan of care.
Administers medications as prescribed.
Provides patient, family, and/or significant other health teaching/education.
Provides patient, family, and/or significant other health teaching/education.
Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care.
Provides clinical leadership
Supports life long learning
Completes assigned goals
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
RN
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
Computer literacy
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
BLS , RN
Preferred/Desired
PALS, ACLS