Registered Nurse-Full Time- Inpatient

Position Summary:  

The Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing direct nursing care to patients in an inpatient setting. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, monitoring patient conditions, administering treatments, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective care. 

Hours / Schedule:  Full Time; Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Minimum Qualifications:   

• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university (or international equivalent) preferred. 

• Minimum of one (1) year of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting . 

• One (1) year of home care and/or Hospice experience preferred. 

• Current RN license valid in the assigned state(s). 

• Current CPR certification is . 

• Valid driver’s license with a reliable, insured vehicle, if  for operational needs. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Provide professional nursing care in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. 

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, including vital signs, physical exams, and review of medical history. 

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient needs. 

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians. 

• Monitor and document patient status, including changes in condition, pain, and response to treatments. 

• Provide patient and family education regarding disease management, medications, and self-care techniques. 

• Assist patients with activities of daily living to promote comfort and independence. 

• Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care. 

• Ensure patient safety and maintain a therapeutic and supportive environment. 

• Participate in daily rounds, interdisciplinary team meetings, and patient care conferences. 

• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. 

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record. 

• Attend continuing education, in-services, and training to maintain clinical competency. 

• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.  

• Prolonged or considerable walking or standing.   

• Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients.    

• Able to lift supplies and equipment.   

• Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching.   

• Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.