Job Information
St. Bernard's Medical Center HEALTHCARE SYSTEM FLOAT POOL RN, (ACUTE & LONG TERM CARE)) in JONESBORO & WALNUT RIDGE, Arkansas
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
Current licensure or permit as a registered nurse in the state of Arkansas.
Experience
Knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures, patient care procedures; ability to operate technical equipment as acquired through orientation. Basic knowledge of nursing management practices, techniques, and staffing as acquired through two years of nursing experience in an acute care hospital assuming a leadership or charge role.
Physical
Normal hospital environment. Exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant odors. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching.
This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for assessing, analyzing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients on a daily basis. Under the general supervision of the Director, Patient Care Manager, Assistant Patient Care Manager, and Registered Nurse in charge, when not in charge. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call-back as required by the hospital. Responsible for delivery, assigning, and supervising patient care for a single nursing unit(s) and assisting the PCM and/or Director with the supervision and direction of employees and the management of material resources. Under the direct supervision of the PCM and/or Director, responsible for an assigned unit/units, 1 shift.