JOB SUMMARY

Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process.  Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.  Nurses effectively interact with patients and significant others, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions.     Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives.  In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, AD) Minimum Work Experience No previous work experience Required Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse BLS - should not initiate patient contact until completed. ACLS should be completed within 90 days of hire. NIH Stroke Scale should be completed within 90 days of hire. PALS or ENPC should be completed within 6 months of hire. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Input data into computer programs Designated Driver No OSHA Category 1 - High Risk