What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Care Specialist position at Mission Regional Medical Center?
Registered Nurse- Telemetry Unit
Company Overview
Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, non-profit hospital that provides inpatient and outpatient services to the community. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to quality care, compassion, and community involvement.
We offer state-of-the-art facilities and technology to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. Our experienced staff is trained to provide individualized care, tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Mission Regional Medical Center has been recognized for its clinical excellence in various services, including maternity and orthopedic care. We are proud to be part of Prime Healthcare and continue to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Job Description
The Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering safe patient care, utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role involves providing direct patient care within the scope of practice, directing and guiding patient/family teaching, and supervising other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the Med/Surg/Telemetry Unit.
This position requires excellent communication skills, as the nurse must effectively communicate with physicians about changes in patient condition, cardiac monitoring, diagnostic study results, and symptomatology.
Responsibilities
* Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice
* Directs and guides patient/family teaching
* Supervises other nursing personnel
* Maintains standards of care in the Med/Surg/Telemetry Unit
* Communicates effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals
Qualifications
* Current and valid state RN License
* Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
* Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred
* Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred
* Ventilator Management experience preferred
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred