RN - Registered Nurse - PACU - On Call Only - Edmond

Company: OU Health
Location: Edmond
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Position Title:RN - Registered Nurse - PACU - On Call Only - EdmondDepartment:Adult PACUJob Description:General Description: Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex.Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. - -Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. -

• Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients.
• Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. - -
• Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. -
• Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. -
• Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
• Delivers patient care competently. -
• Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge.
• Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. -
• Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. -
• Delegates tasks to support staff. -General Responsibilities:Performs other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Education: Graduation from an approved school of nursing. -Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Possession of a valid temporary license or permanent license issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse prior to entrance on duty. - -Permanent license must be obtained within 3 months of appointment. BLS (American Heart Association) upon hire. - -ACLS (American Heart Association) within 6 months of hire. - -PALS (American Heart Association) within 1 year of hire.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - - -Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques and procedures. - -Ability to organize, plan, coordinate and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees. - -Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. Some computer skills. -#cbCurrent OU Health Employees - Please click to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

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