Job Description
The Clinical Nurse in the Short Stay Surgical department provides compassionate patient care through active listening and kindness.
Responsibilities include implementing physician orders, administering medications, starting IVs, performing treatments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and documenting care.
Assesses patient needs and responses, applies sound nursing judgment, and offers primary and emergency care for injuries and illnesses.
Collaborates with the team to develop a Plan of Care and guides ancillary staff.
Minimum qualifications include a nursing diploma or degree, current RN license, BLS and ACLS certification, 1-3 years of RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care, and strong communication and organizational skills.
Must adhere to confidentiality and privacy standards, including HIPAA regulations.