Registered Nurse II - Imaging

Job description

At Ashe Memorial Hospital, we are driven by our Mission Statement, "To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high quality health care ." Ashe Memorial Hospital is proud to be Voted Ashe's Best Place to Work 2022. Come be a part of our dynamic team; you'll join Ashe's 2022 Best Hospital, Best Surgeon, Best Physician, Best Nurse Practitioner, Best Nurse, and Best Medical Practice! This is your opportunity to make a large difference in a small community! Hours: Monday - Friday, 1st shift, as needed | No Supervisory Responsibilities | No Travel | Pay commensurate with experience Position Summary: Our RN II-Imaging team member is a competent nurse who manages a wide range of nursing situations effectively. This nurse has gained the knowledge and skills to allow them to predict immediate likely events and changing patient needs. Professional standards guide the actions of the RN II. The RN II is responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. The RN II uses past experiences to identify solutions for current situations and is outcome focused. Policy and procedures guide actions of the RN II. Decisions are based on policies, procedures and standards of care. This nurse functions independently but consults other health care team members when needed. Minimum Job Requirements: Experience: Previous Imaging or Outpatient Nursing experience preferred. License/Certifications: Current RN license to practice in NC. Current BLS within 1 month of hire. ACLS certification within orientation period. PALS certification within orientation period. Essential Functions: Provides care with minimal guidance. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients, families and friends. Prioritizes and provides direct, professional nursing care to patients. Maintains a safe and clean working environment. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies. Ensures safe operation of equipment. Prepares equipment and assists physicians during examinations and treatments. Administers medications by using the electronic health record and scanning process. Documents, monitors and reports symptoms and changes in patient status. Provides patient education of illness/disease and promotes health maintenance and disease prevention. Maintains confidentiality of patient records. Communicates effectively with patients, families and other team members. Performs a head-to-toe assessment and reassessments on all age groups. Interacts professionally with patient/family and provides explanation and verbal reassurance. Formulates and updates an individualized plan of care for each patient. Assumes the role of patient advocate Complies with protocols, procedures, and policies. Documents all nursing care data concisely, accurately and completely in a timely manner, using the appropriate format. Communicates appropriately and effectively with all hospital staff, visitors, families and physicians. Ability to be flexible organized and function under stressful and emergency situations. Exhibits professionalism at all times, showing respect and dignity to all. Participates with orientation and training of new personnel and acts as a resource and mentor in a professional manner. Participates in special assignments and Quality Improvement projects. Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (i.e., flu shot, etc.). All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment (unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption). Candidates for employment will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment. After receiving an offer of employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work. To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation. Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer. *** Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy.*** *For full job description and benefits, please contact Human Resources. Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.