Job Description
The Clinical Nurse in the Medical/Surgical Hospitalist department provides compassionate patient care through active listening and kindness, contributing to a supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues.
Responsibilities include implementing physician orders, administering medications, starting IVs, performing treatments, procedures, and documenting care in compliance with regulations.
Evaluates diagnostic tests, assesses patient needs, and applies sound nursing judgment to manage care effectively.
Provides primary and emergency care for injuries and illnesses, administering medications as ordered.
Collaborates with the nursing team to develop and implement patient care plans, guiding ancillary staff and maintaining professional standards.
The role may involve handling sensitive information, requiring adherence to privacy regulations such as HIPAA, ensuring information is accessed and used appropriately.
