Description The registered nurse assumes principal responsibility for the total care of assigned clients in the respective unit. This nurse is responsible for the processes of assessment, reassessment, establishment of nursing diagnoses, formulation of the written plan of care, implementation of care, and evaluation of care. The nurse initiates health care training and education to the client/family as required while supporting and fostering the goals of Andalusia Health and the Department of Nursing. The registered nurse demonstrates awareness of ongoing needs of the unit and provides leadership and direction to other team members in maintaining optimal standards of nursing care. The position is accountable for supervising other licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel for assigned units. The position requires flexibility in scheduling and the ability to work all shift patterns, including weekends and holidays, to ensure continuity of care and appropriate nursing coverage for patients of Andalusia Health on all units. The registered nurse is responsible for providing care to all patient populations, with consideration to age-specificity and diagnosis.
Qualifications Minimum Education Associate's degree Required
Required Skills Ability to function effectively in stressful situations.
Verbal ability to present information and ideas related to nursing theory and practice.
Ability to accept responsibility and accountability to provide, delegate, and coordinate nursing care on assigned units with leadership qualities.
Full implementation of the nursing process, including assessment/reassessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, considering client age and diagnosis.
Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Licenses Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama.
Additional Requirements BLS/CPR required within 30 days of hire date.
ACLS required within 6 months of employment.