Job description for a Registered Nurse

Job Brief

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to assess and coordinate patient care. The Registered Nurse will use appropriate resources to ensure safe, quality care for physical and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exam and visual assessment of patient
• Utilize appropriate interview techniques to obtain health and substance abuse
• history
• Analyse data from screening procedure to determine appropriate treatment
• services.
• Document pertinent information in a timely and accurate manner
• Report patient condition and progress to patient’s physician
• Perform treatments and provide preventative care to patients per MD orders
• Maintain accurate patient tracking and care logs
• Discharge patients after consultation with the physician and other clinical staff.
• Develop and document a plan of care that involves physician, patient and family
• in goal setting
• Make referral to additional resources as appropriate
• Treat patients and family members with respect and dignity
• Other duties as necessary

Requirements

• Excellent spoken and written English skills
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Must have good computer skills with strong knowledge of electronic charting
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to respond to emergencies in a decisive and composed manner
• Current Registered Nursing License
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALSL or ENPC certification
• Must have graduated from an accredited Nursing School