UHS·Reno, Nevada
Provides direct and indirect patient care in a medical-surgical setting under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, managing pain, and participating in quality improvement activities.
Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting under the direct supervision of a registered nurse preceptor. Communicates with RN preceptor, as appropriate, about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Participates in the department's performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Demonstrates supportive behaviors necessary for performing bedside report using IMAP & SBAR (both accomplished in partnership with patient inside room) Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Reports to RN preceptor regarding patient pain assessment. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management In coordination with RN preceptor, is able to formulate a patient care plan. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Must be currently enrolled in an accredited School of Nursing and have completed the fundamentals course. Requires certification as a CNA, EMT, or Paramedic, along with a current BLS certification.
Market context
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