Job Description
The Clinical Nurse in the Medical/Surgical Hospitalist unit provides compassionate patient care, demonstrating kindness and active listening.
Responsibilities include implementing physician orders, administering medications, starting IVs, performing treatments, procedures, and documenting care per regulations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to assess patient conditions.
Evaluates patient needs and responses to care, applying sound nursing judgment in decision-making.
Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
Collaborates with the nursing team to develop patient care plans.
Directs ancillary staff and maintains professional nursing standards.
The role involves handling sensitive information per privacy regulations, ensuring minimal access necessary for duties.
