What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Acute Care Professional position at Del Sol Medical Center?
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team at Del Sol Medical Center. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families, while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
About the Position
This Registered Nurse position is responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients in our Acute Care unit. As a member of our healthcare team, you will work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care and improve patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients' conditions during admission and each scheduled shift, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
- Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by medical providers, ensuring thorough and timely documentation of care administration in patients' medical records.
- Administer prescribed medications, monitor patients for therapeutic response, and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to medication.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about patients' medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, possible side effects, and follow-up measures, ensuring complete understanding by translating complex medical terminology.
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nursing License in state of Texas or Compact state—Required.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support certification—Required.
- Bachelors in Nursing Science—Preferred.
- Associates degree or Diploma in Nursing—Required.
