RN Jobs in Fayette, AL

Unit Manager RN

Overview At Diversicare, we value our employees and provide opportunities for growth and career advancement. Our Unit Managers have the opportunity to advance their clinical leadership skills through our Clinical Career Ladder, including growth into, but not limited to, Clinical Educator, RNAC, and Assistant Director of Nursing roles. We also offer tuition reimbursement for continuing education and professional development, as well as opportunities for cross-training and job shadowing to expand your skillset. J oin our team and discover what's possible for your career at Diversicare! As an agency-free center , you'll work with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals to provide exceptional care to our patients and residents. We offer competitive benefits , including access to our OnShift Wallet program for paycheck advances, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. At Diversicare, we're guided by our mission to improve every life we touch and our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork, and Stewardship. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our patients and residents. Apply now! #ND123 Responsibilities As an RN Unit Manager, you'll have the opportunity to provide leadership and support to the care team, ensure patient/resident needs are met, and evaluate team performance. You'll also have the chance to work directly with care team members to provide compassionate and professional care. Qualifications 1. Current license by the State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse with experience in the long-term care industry preferred2. Ability to plan, evaluate and coordinate services.3. Experience in triaging tasks, supervision of nursing team members and coordination of services to provide the optimum resident and patient experience. Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. (EOE)

Education/Staff Development Coordinator - Fayette, AL

DCH Health System Fayette, AL

Overview Coordinates and provides for staff education and development including, but not limited to, orientation and ongoing training and validation. Responsibilities Provides for nursing orientation including program planning and design, implementation and evaluation. Maintain standards of the Nursing profession. Ensure that all staff is oriented and has met competency standards before beginning assignments and duties. Must be able to incorporate various aspects of technology into teaching strategies. Provides general and/or unit specific continuing education programs based on identified learning needs; responsible for design, implementation and evaluation. Processes class information and material to meet all requirements for Centricity. Serves as the coordinator for the ABN education provider program, Ensures all requirements are met and records maintained as required by the ABN for renewal. Develops and maintains records and reports required to document educational activities and compliance requirements. Coordinates and assists nurse leaders with annual and on-going competency assessment of staff. Serves as clinical site liaison for nursing schools ensuring orientation, preceptorships, clinical dates and passwords are coordinated and obtained. Leads and/or participates on hospital committees, PI teams, work groups and community activities/professional associations as needed/requested. Assumes a leadership role in the development and integration of the Lippincott policies, procedures and guidelines. Coordinates all BLS classes within AHA guidelines. Serves as BLS, ACLS & PALS instructor. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. Must adhere to all FMC policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications BSN in Nursing is required with a current Alabama RN license. A minimum of three years of hospital RN nursing experience required. Must be BLS, ACLS, & PALS certified or obtain within 6 months of hire date. Proven ability to grasp new theories and principles and evaluate and implement as appropriate. Excellent communication skills required. Computer skills required with working knowledge and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Word and Excel. Knowledge of Meditech documentation preferred. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

RN

Full-time

3 weeks ago

Nurse RN

Diversicare Winfield, AL

Overview Unlock Your Nursing Career Potential at Diversicare! Join Diversicare, where we prioritize the growth and success of our valued team members. Nurses play a pivotal role in our mission to enhance lives through exceptional healthcare, exceeding expectations every step of the way. Why Choose Diversicare? Clinical Career Progression: Climb the Clinical Career Ladder, advancing from roles like Charge Nurse to RN Supervisor, Unit Manager, Clinical Educator, Assistant, and Director of Nursing. Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals who champion your success at every turn. Competitive Compensation: Enjoy top-tier wages, daily wage access, and comprehensive benefits covering medical/dental/vision, vacation, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. Responsibilities Your Impact as a Registered Nurse (RN): Deliver exceptional care to residents, positively impacting their lives and well-being. Manage daily nursing operations, including medication administration and promoting residents' optimal functioning. Cultivate leadership skills by supervising CNAs, ensuring top-quality care delivery. Access continuous education and professional development resources to excel in your role. Qualifications Current RN license issued by the State Board of Nursing. Ability to collaborate effectively with residents, physicians, and fellow staff members. Proficiency in meeting prescribed nursing standards. Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. (EOE)

Clinic Registered Nurse- South Marion Surgery Clinic

North Mississippi Health Services Winfield, AL

Job Summary The Registered Nurse - Clinic at North Mississippi Health Services (NMMC-Tupelo) is responsible for providing high-quality patient care. They handle patient scheduling, medication administration, nursing procedures, and patient education. The role also involves acting as a liaison between physicians, patients, families, and other office staff, and triaging walk-in patients and telephone calls. The nurse must possess good communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capability to handle stressful situations while delivering quality care to patients of various age groups. Patient Care JOB FUNCTIONS Provide nursing care to facilitate high quality patient care; scheduling patients; calling in medication refills; administering medications; working up patients; providing skilled nursing procedures; screening lab/test results; assisting physician/nurse practitioner with patients. Case Management: Provide case management to patients seen at North MS Medical Clinics. Liaison: Act as a liaison between physician, patient, families and other office staff. Actively promote a patient-focused approach to care delivery. Triage: Triage walk-in patients and telephone calls. Documentation: Responsible for maintaining written or computer record of patient care events performed by the incumbent (e.g.: medications, treatments, procedures). Education: Initiate, perform, and develop education materials. Provide and document patient teaching. Qualifications Education Associate's Degree Nursing. Required Bachelor's Degree Nursing. Preferred Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Work Experience 1-3 years Skills Knowledge Skills and Abilities Maintains and enhances knowledge and skills in current technology and practice to provide care to infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics This position has primary accountability for planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the patient care process in the clinics. It serves as a role model of professional nursing practice. The incumbent has contact with patients, family members, physicians, nurse practitioners, and various other clinic staff. It is essential that the incumbent have good communication skills in order to reflect a knowledgeable, positive, caring attitude when asking or answering questions related to patient care procedures. The incumbent also promotes teamwork by maintaining effective working relationships with staff members based on professional communication, mutual respect and support of corporate, departmental, and clinic goals. Physical Demands A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Standing . Constantly Walking . Constantly Sitting . Occassionally Lifting/Carrying . Frequently 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling . Frequently Climbing . Occassionally Balancing . Occassionally Stooping/Kneeling/Bending . Occassionally Reaching/Over Head Work . Occassionally Grasping . Frequently Speaking . Constantly Hearing . Constantly Repetitive Motions . Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations . Frequently Benefits A****vailable Continuing Education 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance Wellness Programs and Incentives Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Program Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits License + Certification Reimbursement Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Discount Program Other: Early Access to Earned Wages Tuition Assistance Relocation Assistance Paid Time Away Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

Registered Nurse/RN - Emergency Department FAYETTE - $12,000 Sign-On Bonus

DCH Health System Fayette, AL

Overview Our Emergency Departments offer comprehensive emergency medical services to all age groups and staffed 24/7 by a highly trained team to meet the needs of the community. Our ED team is composed of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and support staff. Our Fayette Medical Center’s Emergency Department is a 6-bed Level III Stroke Center that treats more than 10,000 patients annually. Our Nurse to Patient ratio ranges from 1:1 with our critical/trauma patients to 1:3-4 on all other patients. Responsibilities Plans, coordinates and directs quality, compassionate care by maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and creating positive therapeutic relationships with patients/families. Provides leadership to other team members by articulating and delegating expected standards of care, encouraging team members, and supporting their contributions. Assesses condition on each assigned patient on admission and on an ongoing basis to include but not limited to the patient’s physical condition, psychological status, social status, spiritual and cultural needs, pain assessment/management, nutritional and functional status, developmental or age related factors, and discharge planning needs. Plans, provides, and documents patient and/or significant other education based on physical, behavioral, psychological, developmental, and age-related factors, after identifying barriers to learning. Evaluates and regularly reevaluates patient care; coordinates care planning with patient, family, providers and other disciplines to achieve patient-centered outcomes. Assigns and delegates nursing care to team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the capabilities of the team members. Applies safety principles when performing care and accurately documents observations, care provided and changes in care plan. Participates in rounds, care planning/problem identification and team shift reports. Assists in performance improvement (PI) activities by serving on PI teams as warranted, assisting with PI measures and supporting and implementing changes necessary for improvement. Performs initial and annual competency per job class. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook Must adhere to the DCH Mission, Vision, and Values including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self. Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees. Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees. Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current Alabama RN licensure. Current BLS, ACLS and PALS are required. If certification is not current it must be obtained within 90 days of hire date. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English. WORK CONTEXT Interpersonal Relationships : Includes demonstrating leadership skills, delegating to team members, addressing conflict, communicating with all types of personalities, and being responsible for outcomes/results. Physical Work Conditions: Includes exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazard materials and/or cleaning solutions. Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment. Structural Job Characteristics : Includes decision making and critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Must be able to work regular assigned schedule with occasional long hours. PHYSICAL FACTORS Abilities: Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of standing and walking. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Ability to do frequent stooping and on occasion crouching, crawling or kneeling. Ability to reach reasonable distances in any direction. Activities: Is able to push stretcher/wheelchair with average adult patient. Ability to run in emergency situations Requirements: Physical presence onsite is essential Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation Must be able to move fingers in a coordinated manner. Must have ability to feel and perceive temperature, texture, shape and size with fingertips. OTHER JOB FACTORS Performs triage assessment of incoming patient and determines priorities of care using ESI Triage tool. Implements various UTO’s as ordered or indicated. Answers external communication systems with pre-hospital personnel and follows through appropriately.

Registered Nurse/RN - Emergency Department (FAYETTE, AL) - $12,000 Sign-On Bonus

DCH Health System Fayette, AL

Overview Our Emergency Departments offer comprehensive emergency medical services to all age groups and staffed 24/7 by a highly trained team to meet the needs of the community. Our ED team is composed of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and support staff. Our Fayette Medical Center’s Emergency Department is a 6-bed Level III Stroke Center that treats more than 10,000 patients annually. Our Nurse to Patient ratio ranges from 1:1 with our critical/trauma patients to 1:3-4 on all other patients. Responsibilities Plans, coordinates, and directs quality, compassionate care by maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and creating positive therapeutic relationships with patients/families. Supervises LPNs, PCAs, PCAs/US, US, Ortho Techs and other non-licensed staff. Assesses condition on each assigned patient on admission and on an ongoing basis to include but not limited to the patient’s physical condition, psychological status, social status, spiritual and cultural needs, pain assessment/management, nutritional and functional status, developmental or age related factors, and discharge planning needs. Plans, provides, and documents patient and/or significant other education based on physical, behavioral, psychological, developmental, and age-related factors, after identifying barriers to learning. Evaluates and regularly reevaluates patient care; coordinates care planning with patient, family, providers and other disciplines to achieve patient-centered outcomes. Assigns and delegates nursing care to team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the capabilities of the team members. Applies safety principles when performing care Accurately documents observations, care provided, and changes in care plan. Provides accurate handoff reports and participates in unit based huddles Assists in performance improvement (PI) activities by serving on PI teams as warranted, assisting with PI measures and supporting and implementing changes necessary for improvement. Performs initial and annual competency per job class. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self. Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees. Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current Alabama RN licensure. Current BLS, ACLS and PALS are required. If certification is not current it must be obtained within 90 days of hire date. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English. WORK CONTEXT Interpersonal Relationships : Includes demonstrating leadership skills, delegating to team members, addressing conflict, communicating with all types of personalities, and being responsible for outcomes/results. Physical Work Conditions: Includes exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazard materials and/or cleaning solutions. Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment. Structural Job Characteristics : Includes decision making and critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Must be able to work regular assigned schedule with occasional long hours. PHYSICAL FACTORS Abilities: Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of standing and walking. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Ability to do frequent stooping and on occasion crouching, crawling or kneeling. Ability to reach reasonable distances in any direction. Activities: Is able to push stretcher/wheelchair with average adult patient. Ability to run in emergency situations Requirements: Physical presence onsite is essential Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation Must be able to move fingers in a coordinated manner. Must have ability to feel and perceive temperature, texture, shape and size with fingertips. OTHER JOB FACTORS Performs triage assessment of incoming patient and determines priorities of care using ESI Triage tool. Implements various UTO’s as ordered or indicated. Answers external communication systems with pre-hospital personnel and follows through appropriately.

RN Emergency Dept - Fayette, AL

DCH Health System Fayette, AL

Overview Plans, coordinates and directs quality, compassionate care by maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and creating positive therapeutic relationships with patients/families. Provides leadership to other team members by articulating and delegating expected standards of care, encouraging team members, and supporting their contributions. Responsibilities Assesses condition on each assigned patient on admission and on an ongoing basis to include but not limited to the patient’s physical condition, psychological status, social status, spiritual and cultural needs, pain assessment/management, nutritional and functional status, developmental or age related factors, and discharge planning needs. Plans, provides, and documents patient and/or significant other education based on physical, behavioral, psychological, developmental, and age-related factors, after identifying barriers to learning. Evaluates and regularly reevaluates patient care; coordinates care planning with patient, family, providers and other disciplines to achieve patient-centered outcomes. Assigns and delegates nursing care to team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the capabilities of the team members. Applies safety principles when performing care and accurately documents observations, care provided and changes in care plan. Participates in rounds, care planning/problem identification and team shift reports. Assists in performance improvement (PI) activities by serving on PI teams as warranted, assisting with PI measures and supporting and implementing changes necessary for improvement. Performs initial and annual competency per job class. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current Alabama RN licensure. Current BLS, ACLS and PALS are required. If certification is not current it must be obtained within 90 days of hire date. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

Registered Nurse/RN - Emergency Department FAYETTE - $12,000 Sign-On Bonus

DCH Health System Fayette, AL

Overview Our Emergency Departments offer comprehensive emergency medical services to all age groups and staffed 24/7 by a highly trained team to meet the needs of the community. Our ED team is composed of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and support staff. Our Fayette Medical Center’s Emergency Department is a 6-bed Level III Stroke Center that treats more than 10,000 patients annually. Our Nurse to Patient ratio ranges from 1:1 with our critical/trauma patients to 1:3-4 on all other patients. Responsibilities Plans, coordinates and directs quality, compassionate care by maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and creating positive therapeutic relationships with patients/families. Provides leadership to other team members by articulating and delegating expected standards of care, encouraging team members, and supporting their contributions. Assesses condition on each assigned patient on admission and on an ongoing basis to include but not limited to the patient’s physical condition, psychological status, social status, spiritual and cultural needs, pain assessment/management, nutritional and functional status, developmental or age related factors, and discharge planning needs. Plans, provides, and documents patient and/or significant other education based on physical, behavioral, psychological, developmental, and age-related factors, after identifying barriers to learning. Evaluates and regularly reevaluates patient care; coordinates care planning with patient, family, providers and other disciplines to achieve patient-centered outcomes. Assigns and delegates nursing care to team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the capabilities of the team members. Applies safety principles when performing care and accurately documents observations, care provided and changes in care plan. Participates in rounds, care planning/problem identification and team shift reports. Assists in performance improvement (PI) activities by serving on PI teams as warranted, assisting with PI measures and supporting and implementing changes necessary for improvement. Performs initial and annual competency per job class. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook Must adhere to the DCH Mission, Vision, and Values including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self. Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees. Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees. Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current Alabama RN licensure. Current BLS, ACLS and PALS are required. If certification is not current it must be obtained within 90 days of hire date. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English. WORK CONTEXT Interpersonal Relationships : Includes demonstrating leadership skills, delegating to team members, addressing conflict, communicating with all types of personalities, and being responsible for outcomes/results. Physical Work Conditions: Includes exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazard materials and/or cleaning solutions. Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment. Structural Job Characteristics : Includes decision making and critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Must be able to work regular assigned schedule with occasional long hours. PHYSICAL FACTORS Abilities: Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of standing and walking. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Ability to do frequent stooping and on occasion crouching, crawling or kneeling. Ability to reach reasonable distances in any direction. Activities: Is able to push stretcher/wheelchair with average adult patient. Ability to run in emergency situations Requirements: Physical presence onsite is essential Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation Must be able to move fingers in a coordinated manner. Must have ability to feel and perceive temperature, texture, shape and size with fingertips. OTHER JOB FACTORS Performs triage assessment of incoming patient and determines priorities of care using ESI Triage tool. Implements various UTO’s as ordered or indicated. Answers external communication systems with pre-hospital personnel and follows through appropriately.

RN

Full-time

6 months ago

Fay Staff RN

DCH Health System Fayette, AL

Overview Plans, coordinates and directs quality, compassionate care by maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and creating positive therapeutic relationships with patients/families. The Registered Nurse provides leadership to other team members by articulating and delegating expected standards of care, supervising and encouraging team members, and supporting their contributions. The RN supervises PCAs and US. Responsibilities Assesses condition on each assigned patient on admission and on an ongoing basis to include but not limited to the patient’s physical condition, psychological status, social status, spiritual and cultural needs, pain assessment/management, nutritional and functional status, developmental or age related factors, and discharge planning needs. Plans, provides, and documents patient and/or significant other education based on physical, behavioral, psychological, developmental, and age-related factors, after identifying barriers to learning. Evaluates and regularly reevaluates patient care; coordinates care planning with patient, family, providers and other disciplines to achieve patient-centered outcomes. Assigns and delegates nursing care to team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the capabilities of the team members. Applies safety principles when performing care and accurately documents observations, care provided and changes in care plan. Participates in transition rounds, care planning/problem identification and team shift reports. Assists in performance improvement (PI) activities by serving on PI teams as warranted, assisting with PI measures and supporting and implementing changes necessary for improvement. Performs initial and annual competency per job class. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current Alabama RN licensure and current BLS required. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

RN

Full-time

7 months ago

Registered Nurse 7p-7a

North Mississippi Health Services Winfield, AL

Job Summary The Registered Nurse at North Mississippi Health Services Systems is responsible for providing safe, quality patient care using the nursing process, maintaining effective communication with the multidisciplinary team, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The role requires leadership skills in prioritizing, delegating, and evaluating work assignments, as well as effective problem-solving abilities to respond to changing patient needs. Clinical Practice JOB FUNCTIONS Uses the nursing process to provide safe, quality patient care and document accordingly. Works to ensure his/her compliance with all NMHS policies and requirements as directed by the Nurse Manager and Educator. Education: Provides patient/family education and acts as a resource for existing staff and new employees. Can participate in the Preceptor class to ensure proper training of new employees. Communication: Maintains communication with multidisciplinary team members to provide holistic care to the patient. Attends daily huddles on each unit to ensure proper assignments and identify team members for the shift. Customer Relations: Projects caring, friendly and helpful image to patients and other customers. Utilized the patient’s communication board (white board) to identify name, date, goals, other staff and procedures or test for the day to keep the patients and families informed. Complies by the NMHS behavioral standards. Self-Development: Maintains competency by staying informed of changing trends in the nursing practice. Attends annual review and unit specifics within the department. Performs required continuing education hours online and in classroom. Regulatory Knowledge: Complies with regulatory and accrediting agency requirements. Licensed by the board of Nursing for the state. Qualifications Education Associate's Degree Registred Nurse. Required Other (Experience) Complete RN Orientation and approved unit specific checklist requirements. Required Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) ACLS PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support NIH - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification Work Experience Knowledge Skills and Abilities Must maintain department requirements for continuing education and any specific unit requirements to provide appropriate age specific care Must have effective communication and teaching skills General knowledge of various regulatory and accrediting standards Prioritizes/delegates/evaluates work assignments Anticipates resources needed Assimilates data and reports appropriately Orients new employees to the unit and reports progress to charge nurse or nurse manager The incumbent has routine contact with physicians, ancillary personnel, other nursing personnel, patients, family, visitors. The incumbent must demonstrate effective interpersonal skills to all customers/co-workers, and in all aspects of patient care and job performance Physical Demands A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Standing . Constantly Walking . Constantly Sitting . Occassionally Lifting/Carrying . Frequently 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling . Frequently Climbing . Occassionally Balancing . Occassionally Stooping/Kneeling/Bending . Occassionally Reaching/Over Head Work . Occassionally Grasping . Frequently Speaking . Constantly Hearing . Constantly Repetitive Motions . Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations . Frequently Benefits A****vailable Continuing Education 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance Wellness Programs and Incentives Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Program Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits License + Certification Reimbursement Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Discount Program Other: Early Access to Earned Wages Tuition Assistance Relocation Assistance Paid Time Away Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers