Job Description
Functions of Position:
Monitoring: Continuously observe cardiac rhythm telemetry for assigned patients, identifying any
Demonstrates thorough knowledge and adherence to the policies and procedures. Holds staff accountable.
Participates with the development and maintenance of department policy and procedure manual, utilizing current standards of patient care, nursing practice and scope of service.
Consistently addresses conflicts, employee problems and effectively counsels staff.
Possesses knowledge and compliance to JCAHO standards and State and Federal regulations.
Demonstrates ability and responsibility to make clinical decisions; is accountable for actions.
Demonstrates ability to assess a situation from a variety of perspectives, considering alternatives, and choose the most appropriate course of actions.
Obtains pharmaceutical Central Service and Medical Records for patient care as needed.
Assures maintenance of unit facilities and equipment.
Identifies own learning needs and seeks opportunity for self-growth and professional enhancement.
Demonstrates financial awareness of department.
Maintains rapport with physicians, patient and families, promoting positive interpersonal relationships.
Adapts to changing priorities; utilizes time effectively.
Demonstrates ability to direct activities of the nursing department /hospital employees during the emergency situations.
Demonstrates good judgment in staffing needs, making adjustments as needed.
Functions as patient advocate, clinical resource and role model for staff.
Collaborates with Managers for determination of patient care assignments and staffing.
Participates with recruitment, selection and retention of staff, disciplinary action and termination.
Qualifications:
Graduate from an approved school of nursing; BSN preferred.
Possess current license by Missouri State Board of Nursing.
Minimum of 2 years of recent management or leadership experience preferred.
Minimum of 4 years RN with at least one in a Critical Care/Acute Care area.
Nights 7:00am-7:00pm
Full-time