Location: Owensboro,KY, USA
Job Summary
Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.
Job Responsibilities
* Implements and monitors patient care plans.
* Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
* Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
* Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
* Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with patient/family and members of the healthcare team.
* Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
* Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
Qualifications
* Associate's degree or higher or Diploma in Nursing required upon hire AND
* Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing required within 5 years of employment in this position
* No experience required
* RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND
* BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position
Skills and Attributes
* Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
* Works under minimal supervision.
* Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
* Department specific competencies for positions are detailed in the unit/department scope of service.
Physical Demands
* Standing: Frequently
* Walking: Frequently
* Sitting: Occasionally
* Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
* Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
* Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
* Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
* Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
* Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
* Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
* Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
* Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
* Climbing: Occasionally
* Bending/Stooping: Frequently
* Kneeling: Occasionally
* Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
* Reaching: Frequently
* Talking: Frequently
* Hearing: Frequently
* Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
* Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
* Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
* Running: Occasionally
* Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
* Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
* Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
* Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.