Description:
- Department: and nbsp;Surgical 10 West
- Shift Timings: Night Shift and nbsp;18:30 07:00 Hours
- Per Week: 40 hours
- This department is a 28 unit serving general surgical adult population and does have telemetry capability. Nurse to patient ratio is 1:56. The unit is also supported by PCTs and a Healthcare unit coordinator. Utilization of virtual sitter monitoring is available as well as monitor techs to monitor those on telemetry.
Roles and amp; Responsibilities
Job Summary:
- Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
Responsibilities:
- Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
- Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for wellcoordinated patient care.
- Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
- Assesses and coordinates patients discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Complexity of Work:
- Within scope of job requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Work Authorization
Certifications and amp; Clearance Requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Benefits