Registered Nurse - Inpatient (PRN)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse ( PRN) to join our Inpatient Medical Unit. We are a fast paced 14 bed Pediatric Medical/Surgical unit. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.

Schedule: Must work 3 shifts (12 hours, day/night shift) every 6 week schedule period.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• In collaboration with other members of the health care team, the nurse uses the nursing process to complete the admission physical, cognitive, spiritual, psychosocial, and functional assessment.

• Formulates plan of care and reviews and revises plan on an ongoing basis. Able to plan and give care based on the patient's age and level of development.

• Assures appropriate information management and documentation using the nursing process in accordance with hospital documentation policy; gives report to other members of the health care team.

• In collaboration with other members of the health care team, the nurse uses the nursing process to assess patient/family understanding and response to care provided; and patient/family educational needs. The nurse redirects care as needed.

• In collaboration with other members of the health care team, the nurse uses the nursing process to assess patient/family discharge needs at admission, and throughout the patient stay.

• In collaboration with other members of the health care team, the nurse will develop, review, and implement the discharge plan at admission, and throughout the patient stay.

• Participates in/or prepares for in-services and patient care conferences.

• Maintains The Joint Commission standards on an ongoing basis and assists in unit responsibilities for readiness for The Joint Commission visits.

• Participates in department performance improvement activities.

• Serves on hospital or system committees as assigned; maintains two-way communication between Inpatient Medical Unit staff and assigned committee.

• Provides patient care and education according to the patient population served.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to demonstrate clinical competence in providing safe, quality direct patient care and patient and family education as well as assisting the provider in the delivery of advanced care.

• Ability to communicate concisely with patients, families and staff; collaborate with other members of the health care team to enhance care.

• Ability to make nursing assessments and critically think.

• Possesses detailed knowledge of the use and maintenance of a wide variety of equipment and supplies.

• Ability to complete patient documentation in a thorough, concise, accurate, and timely manner.

• Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergencies and stressful situations.

• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A registered nurse who is a graduate of an accredited school with a current state license required.

• CPR (BLS) certification required.

• ACLS certified within six months of transfer or hire required.

• PALS certified within six months of transfer or hire required.

• Prior working knowledge of using computer programs and electronic medical records required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred,

• Minimum of two years of experience in an acute hospital setting preferred.

• Pediatric experience preferred.

• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Requires moving, lifting a minimum of 50 pounds of force occasionally (34-66%) and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects (0-33%); requires turning and positioning patients properly to avoid injury. Requires walking and standing most of the time while on duty. Possesses audible acuity nec