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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.
$94,733 / year median in Washington
+0% projected growth
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The registered nurse provides various clinical services depending on their areas of specialization and their work environment. The RN provides care for the patients as well as assisting physicians in providing treatment to patients in various medical settings. The RN monitors, records and reports symptoms or changes in patient's conditions. The RN is tasked with maintaining accurate patients' reports and medical histories, administering medication and treatment to patients and observing reactions or side effects. Registered nurses may perform diagnostic tests, supervise less skilled licensed or certified nurses, and prepare patients for examination and treatment. The RN educates and advises patients and their families / caregivers on various health conditions, discharge instructions, and follow up care.PRINCIPLE FUNCTIONS
include the following, other duties may be assigned:Patient Assessment:
Reviews MD orders and completes assessment with patient / family / caregiver and takes appropriate actions for inaccurate or incomplete orders.Plan of Care:
Develops a plan of care consistent with their assessment and provider orders, according to specific treatment goals and provider diagnosis.Care Provided:
Completes treatment process with patient including patient and / or family / caregiver education.Medication:
Administers medications as ordered by provider in accordance with hospital and department policies.- Units that utilize bmv, expectation is 95% medication scanning and 100% patient scanning
Quality Assurance:
Assess quality of care, patient progress, and modifies plan of care as needed. Reports any abnormalities, patient and family / caregiver concerns, and / or injuries to Provider.Documentation:
Completes documentation for care provided as well as or any other specialty patient care data in accordance with department policy.JOB KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS
Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. Training and Experience At least one (1) year experience as an RN working in Surgical Services. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Active WA State RN License or Active Multistate License (MSL)MSL Requirements:
Approved 6-Hour Suicide Prevention Training Course Completion Screenshot of submitted demographic data using the Washington State Multistate Nurse Demographic Data Survey. American Heart Association BLS required. ACLS preferred. Certification in surgical specialty preferred. Health & Well-Being You Can Count On We offer a thoughtful, comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family at every stage of life: Medical Coverage- HDHP w/HSA / PPO Prescription Drug Coverage Dental Options
- PPO / Managed-Care Plan Vision Benefits
- VSP Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employer paid coverage Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Employer paid income Protection Health Savings Account (HSA)
- If enrolled in HDHP Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent & Healthcare Employee & Provider Assistance Programs
- Free, confidential support Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
- Additional employee paid buy up option Voluntary Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Additional employee paid buy up option
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance