What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Inpatient/ER Tier 1 position at Kindred Healthcare Inc.?
At St. Francis-Emory Healthcare , we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent nurses. And we know that our nurses deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of St. Francis - the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.
Job Summary
- Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and/or Nursing Unit Director, perform nursing patient care duties for the assigned unit or department
- Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care in accordance with the established patient care philosophy
- Facilitate individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures
- Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care, maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; and participate in all phases of education
FLSA: Non-exempt
EEO:
- 01 Officials and Managers
- 02 Professionals
- 03 Technicians
- 04 Sales Workers
- 05 Administrative Support Workers
- 06 Craft Workers
- 07 Operatives
- 08 Laborers and Helpers
- 09 Service Workers
Qualifications
Minimum Education
- Associates degree in Nursing X Required
- Bachelors degree in Nursing X Preferred
Licenses/ Certifications
- Valid licensure in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)-Required
- ACLS within 6 months of hire
- PALS within 6 months of hire
- Handle with Care Certification within 6 months
Minimum Work Experience
- Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a direct patient care setting unless entering into the Nurse Residency Program
Required Skills
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
Job: Nursing
Primary Location: GA-Columbus-St. Francis Hospital
Organization: 0488 - St. Francis Hospital
Shift: Day
