Unclassified - Winchester, VA
posted 4 months ago
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Services team. This position is critical in providing direct patient care in accordance with the nursing process and applicable standards of practice. The Registered Nurse will be responsible for performing various interventions as part of the care plan, which includes medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments. The role also involves documenting patient care, monitoring and recording patient conditions, and effectively communicating with the care team, physicians, patients, and their families. In addition to direct patient care, the Registered Nurse will assist patients with activities of daily living, such as personal hygiene, nutrition, and ambulation. Collaboration across disciplines is essential to coordinate patient care, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and addressing spiritual and psychosocial support needs. The nurse will evaluate the learning needs of patients and their families, providing education tailored to their age, culture, condition, and circumstances. Advocacy for the physical and emotional well-being of patients is a key component of this role. The Registered Nurse may also be required to perform duties of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (MA), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) as needed. Participation in staff meetings, in-service training, and committees is expected, along with adherence to the policies and procedures of Southern Tennessee Regional Health System. The position requires working scheduled shifts, including overtime when necessary, and accepting call schedules as directed. Compliance with the dress code and maintaining a professional appearance is mandatory. This role may involve occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, and adherence to the STRHS Standard of Behavior is required.