Registered Nurse Inpatient/Observation
Company: The Colony ER Hospital
Location: The Colony
Posted on: March 11, 2023
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse Inpatient/Observation (Fulltime Nights) - The
Colony ER Hospital - The Colony, TX
Position Summary (Purpose)The In-patient staff RN at The Colony ER
Hospital cares for adult patients of all ages. The In-patient staff
RN will strive to provide proficient, competent care while
maintaining the patient's sense of comfort and
dignity.--Qualifications required--- 2 years minimum RN staff
experience--- Successful completion of clinical orientation with
proven capabilities in skill, knowledge base and vision of The
Colony ER Hospital--- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
with current Texas licensure with the Texas State Board of Nursing.
License must be in good standing----- Current BLS and ACLS
certificates--- Current NIH Stroke Scale certification-----
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding (as outlined in clinical
competencies review) of:--o --------Age-specific care of
patientso-------- Understanding of family dynamics and appropriate
interactiono --------Clinical competencies in abnormal lab or test
values, medications and interactionso --------Required to pass the
Moderate Sedation Test by 80%--Essential Job functions and
responsibilities--- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of
patients--- Meet and maintain the Nursing Standards of Practice for
The Colony ER Hospital--- Responsible for providing monitored
medical or surgical nursing care to patients--- Participate in
activities to plan, measure, assess and improve the quality of
patient care--- Carry out orders by physician accurately and
efficiently--- Identify emergencies and provide necessary
intervention when indicated--- Show leadership and direction with
co-workers and other staff members--- Communicate appropriately
with patients and co-workers--- Show knowledge when collaborating
with physicians, nurses and other clinical faculty in making
decisions about patient care--- Lab:-- show knowledge and
competencies in lab dutieso-------- Perform laboratory patient
testing and reporting as assigned by the Laboratory Directoro
--------Perform laboratory tests as described in the Laboratory
Procedure Manual.o --------Maintain a current Procedure Manualo
--------Collect appropriate specimens from patientso Prepare or
instruct patients for specimen collection in age appropriate
dialogo Prepare specimens to be sent out to a reference laboratoryo
Follow all laboratory safety policies and procedureso Run controls
and document as described in the QC Policyo Calibrate all
laboratory instruments, where applicable, as described in the
Laboratory Policy and Procedures Manualo Maintain all laboratory
instruments as indicated by the manufacturers. In the event of
instrument failure, follow the manufacturer's trouble-shooting
procedureso Maintain laboratory safety equipment in proper working
order to ensure their effectiveness and maintain personal
protection supplies as neededo Maintain all laboratory work
surfaces; clean and disinfect against potentially infectious
material.--o Maintain all laboratory records as described in the
Laboratory Policy and Procedures Manual.--o Make all laboratory
records and documents available for inspection by the Laboratory
Director, Technical Consultant, or COLA Inspectorso Order
laboratory supplies as needed to ensure that laboratory functions
and services will not be interrupted--- All other duties as
assignedPhysical Requirements:--- Constant: Vision (close,
distance, color, peripheral, depth and ability to adjust focus);
Hearing; Speaking; Use hands to finger, handle or feel objects,
tools or controls; Walk; Sit; Balance; Repetitive motions; Using
arm, leg and back muscles for extended periods.----- Frequent:
Bend, Squat, Twist, Push/Pull up to 20 pounds without assistance;
up to 50 with assistance; Lift/Carry up to 20 pounds without
assistance; up to 50 pounds with assistance----- Occasional: Climb,
Kneel, Crouch, Distinguish Colors, Exposure to noise/high-pitched
noise, Exposure to hazards, allergens,
toxins/chemicals/detergents/radiation--- Rarely: Exposure to
potential electric shock; Work in confined area--- Other: Must be
able to wear personal protective equipment, including gloves,
gowns, goggles, masks.--- Potential exposure to communicable
disease.----- Potential for cuts and bruises.Work environment:---
OSHA Category I: Normal routine involves exposure to blood, bodily
fluid or tissue and as part of their employment.--
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