Registered Nurse-Same Day Surgery full-time

Registered Nurse-Same Day Surgery full-time Sentara Health

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7 Norfolk, VA Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Qualifications Nursing policy compliance Collaborate with healthcare professionals Patient comfort Care plan evaluation Patient progress tracking Caregiving documentation requirements Medication administration Patient safety measures implementation Patient advocacy Mid-level Initial patient assessment Evidence-based practice Patient family and caregiver education Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Patient progress monitoring Patient interaction Clinical documentation standards Care plan implementation Care coordination Medical treatment implementation Full Job Description Description The Registered Nurse will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population. Your responsibilities will encompass all aspects of patient care, including conducting thorough assessments, designing and implementing personalized care plans, administering medications and treatments, and evaluating patient responses to interventions. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity throughout the treatment process. In this role, you will educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. You will monitor and record vital signs, observe changes in patient conditions, and respond promptly with appropriate interventions. Utilizing sound clinical judgment, you will address complex health situations, consult with medical team members as needed, and document all care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. The RN is expected to uphold the highest standards of patient safety, adhere to evidence-based protocols, and contribute to a supportive and empathetic environment. As a patient advocate, you will work tirelessly to ensure each patient's comfort, dignity, and well-being while fostering trust and a sense of security. This role demands a commitment to continuous learning, adaptability to evolving healthcare practices, and dedication to promoting the mission and values of the healthcare organization. Responsible for performing competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. Possesses clinical know l e d ge and s kills to meet s tandards as required by clinical area( s). Exhibits sound knowledge and understanding of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice. Key Responsibilities Other Requirements All Direct Care Registered Nurses must have Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire. Must meet and maintain any additional Life Support requirements defined by the clinical area: Critical Care/Intermediate Care Unit

• Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire. Emergency Care
• ACLS & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire. Oncology Care
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)/Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) or Sentara approved course Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Card within 6 months of hire. Women's Care
• Perinatal departments; Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification (NRP) within 6 months of hire. Inpatient Pediatrics
• PALS within 90 days of hire.