Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

EducationGraduate of an accredited school of nursing

Experience/SkillsOne year experience in medical-related field Knowledge of current trends and techniques in nursing practice Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written reports

Required Licenses/CertificationsCurrently licensed as an RN by the Indiana State Board of Nursing CPR ACLS

Working Conditions

ROUTINE RESPONSIBILITIES

Behavioral ExpectationsConsistently complies with the established Behavioral Expectations

Patient CareDemonstrates ability to assess infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients for treatment and/or care Willingly accepts assignments that contribute to optimal patient care Reports change of condition to physician Shows knowledge of medication effects and uses appropriate resources when needed Assumes responsibility for medication errors committed, completes occurrence form properly, and notifies supervisor and physician as indicated Answers call lights promptly Reports lab values to physician accurately and in a timely manner Keeps patient informed and facilitates patient participation in plan of care

DocumentationResponsible for accurately initiating and completing all forms pertaining to patient care Maintains patient record Accurately and legibly transcribes physician order and inputs order entry Completes documentation legibly and follows hospital policy for signatures, dates, and timing of events

Unit Responsibilities/Leadership/MiscProperly delegates necessary activities to other members of health care team as their abilities or level of education dictates Participates in orientation of new staff Refers appropriate problems to House Supervisor, Director/Asst. Director of Patient Care Services and contributes to the resolution Supports hospital and nursing policies and decisions Promotes harmonious working relationship within unit and with peers Uses equipment and supplies in a safe efficient manner Cleans and returns equipment to proper storage Coordinates/assists in maintaining unit and patient room tidiness Participates in QI/PR activities and committees as assigned Keeps current with advances in nursing Supports department by demonstrating flexibility with schedule and job duties


Full Time/ Night Shift


72 Hours/Bi-weekly