Health Care Nurse

Under the direction of the nurse manager, manages individualized, goal directed nursing care through the use of the nursing process and the principals of primary nursing, in accordance with Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities ~Assesses the patient's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. Documents appropriately the information obtained from the ongoing assessment. Shares significant assessment data with the appropriate discipline. ~Using the four tenets of Patient Family Centered Partnership, develops, communicates and documents a plan of care reflecting individualized patient problems and interventions to achieve the desired outcomes. Incorporates feedback from patient, family and all disciplines in developing the plan of care. ~Uses critical thinking skills and judgment necessary to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Evaluates the effectiveness and patient's response to the plan of care. Identifies appropriate nursing activities which contribute to the patient's progress towards achieving both short and long term goals. ~Adheres to The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures ~Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department to provide quality patient care ~Customer Service 9.1 Demonstrate a high level of respect, dignity compassion and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the four tenets of Patient Family and Centered Partnership 11.1 Reports to work on time, prepared to work and follow hospital policies for notice of lateness/absenteeism and time off requests. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. One (1) to three (3) years of critical care nursing required. Valid State of Rhode Island Registered Nurse License. Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately. Basic computer knowledge is preferred.