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Monitors patients' conditions and assesses their vital signs, noting any physical or mental decline and reporting back to the doctor. Administers medications and other treatments and helps patients manage common age-related conditions such as incontinence, sleep disturbances or loss of mobility. Performs screening tests as required based on standards prepared by education and experience. Administers injections and medications according to HMC policy and procedures. Adheres to the Nurse Practice Act. Prepares, administers, and records immunizations and medications as regulatory agency policies permit. Maintains patient charts, documents patient records, and prepares oral reports. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.
Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experienceDemonstrates knowledge of accepted procedures for disposing of used suppliesDemonstrates working knowledge of transferring and repositioning patients Participates in ongoing quality improvement activitiesAdheres to infection-control policies, practices protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standardsMaintains compliance with HMC policies including established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.
Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, CMS standards and /or standards from approved accrediting agencies. Complies with HMC and regulatory policies regarding confidential patient information (HIPAA)
Must be able to see with corrective eyewearMust be able to hear clearly with assistanceMay be exposed to infectious and contagious diseasesAble to handle emergency and/or crisesMay be required to wear protective equipment as necessaryTransferring, repositioning patients. Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions. Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment. Ability to manage emotional stress, especially when interacting with patients who have severe cognitive decline and may be angry or fearful. Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests including random and reasonable suspicion drug screens.
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Hardin Medical Center
PRN RN- Heath & Rehab
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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
FLSA Employment Status:
Nonexempt/HourlyJOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in one unit on a particular shift, in accordance with established patient care plan and philosophy.Reporting Structure:
Reports to the Nursing Home Director of Nursing or designeeMINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education Graduate of an accredited RN program Work Experience Must have two (2) years RN experience in a hospital or nursing home environment. Long term care experience is preferred. License/Certification Current Tennessee State RN license with no restrictions Current Basic Life Support (BLS)CORE COMPETENCIES
Mission, Vision Core Values/Standards of Conduct AIDET/Organizational Expectations Safety Quality Communications Flexibility Customer Service Diversity and Inclusion Finance Abuse and Neglect of Adult Patient Abuse and Neglect of Pediatric Patient Acute Coronary Syndrome/Chest Pain Protocols Biohazard Waste CC Hand HygieneJOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES
Department Specific Specialty Area:
Nursing Home Excellent customer service/interpersonal skills; adept at working with diverse patient populations Effective communication, verbal and written skills Knowledge Working knowledge of the universal patient safety standards, safety and quality regulations, government agencies' rules and regulations (CMS, OIG, HIPAA) Demonstrable knowledge of empathy needs of patientsKnowledge of patient rights Behavior/Abilities Must be able to pass all required health and other related screening testsMust demonstrate ability and positive behavior conducive to a structured team environmentSelf-directing; ability to work with little direct supervision Natural ability to treat patients, co-workers, employees, and visitors with the utmost respect and courtesyKnowledge of physical ailments associated with aging, and with mental impairments such as Alzheimer's disease and dementia.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides prescribed quality and safe, compassionate, and empathic nursing care to patients. Interviews patients or relatives to obtain appropriate patient health history and/or immunization status.Monitors patients' conditions and assesses their vital signs, noting any physical or mental decline and reporting back to the doctor. Administers medications and other treatments and helps patients manage common age-related conditions such as incontinence, sleep disturbances or loss of mobility. Performs screening tests as required based on standards prepared by education and experience. Administers injections and medications according to HMC policy and procedures. Adheres to the Nurse Practice Act. Prepares, administers, and records immunizations and medications as regulatory agency policies permit. Maintains patient charts, documents patient records, and prepares oral reports. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.
Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experienceDemonstrates knowledge of accepted procedures for disposing of used suppliesDemonstrates working knowledge of transferring and repositioning patients Participates in ongoing quality improvement activitiesAdheres to infection-control policies, practices protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standardsMaintains compliance with HMC policies including established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.
Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, CMS standards and /or standards from approved accrediting agencies. Complies with HMC and regulatory policies regarding confidential patient information (HIPAA)
OTHER DUTIES
Performs other required duties and special project work as required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Prolonged periods of standing and walking Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds during a scheduled work shift.Must be able to see with corrective eyewearMust be able to hear clearly with assistanceMay be exposed to infectious and contagious diseasesAble to handle emergency and/or crisesMay be required to wear protective equipment as necessaryTransferring, repositioning patients. Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions. Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment. Ability to manage emotional stress, especially when interacting with patients who have severe cognitive decline and may be angry or fearful. Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests including random and reasonable suspicion drug screens.