Emergency Dept RN 7pm to 7am shift

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Adair County Health Center Inc DBA Memorial Hospital - Stilwell, OK 74960The Registered Nurse may assign and give direction to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses or Certified Nurse Aides. The Registered Nurse is accountable for implementation of the nursing process for an assigned number of patients and directs subordinates in the implementation. The needs of the patient will be assessed by the Registered Nurse in collaboration with the physicians, staff, patient and patient’s family and by chart review. The plan of care/ treatment plan will begin at time of admission. A complete admission will be performed at time of admission- this includes a complete head to toe physical assessment. And the formulation of the treatment/care plan specific to the individual needs of the patient taking into consideration the underlying pathophysiology of the admitting diagnosis and other health problems. The treatment plan/plan of care will be continuously reviewed and revised as needed until point of discharge including a discharge plan of care. The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowing the condition of their patients while on duty. Rounds should be conducted by the Registered Nurse or their designee a minimum of every two hours and more often as needed or ordered. Assessments are to be documented appropriately. The Registered Nurse is responsible to notify the physician promptly and appropriately of any changes in the patient condition and document their notification. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the planning of procedures or tests and notifying the physician of abnormal results. They are also accountable for performing procedures within their scope of practice. The Registered Nurse may prepare, administer and record medication in conformance with facility policy and procedures. They will judge the effectiveness of the medication administered and evaluate the patient’s response, as needed. The Registered Nurse will maintain complete records of procedures and treatment s performed and medications administered if they complete these. The Registered Nurse will demonstrate the ability to carry out medical orders as directed and in accordance to policy and procedures. The Registered Nurse has the responsibility to supervise and coordinate the management of patients. QualificationsCurrent, unencumbered licensure to practice as registered nurse in the state of Oklahoma. Maintains current CPR, ACLS, PALS and other certifications as required for position.