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Covenant Health Clin Nurse II in Knoxville, Tennessee
Overview
Registered Nurse, Observation Unit
$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Experienced RNs
Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift
At Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center we strive to provide outstanding patient care during emergent situations.
The 'Observation Unit' is a new addition to the Fort Sanders family. It comprises of a f ast past comprehensive clinical unit that will support all specialties. This 24 bed unit is critical to support patient flow and expedite care to our patients.
The Observations Unit will be a driving force between ED/Inpatient care, therefore strong communication and collaboration will be a strong focus to drive the overall performance.
Come be a part of this new journey, as we continue to expand this department . This unit is also a great stepping stone for nurses that want to eventually work in ICU or ER.
Position Summary:
Provides professional nursing care within an assigned unit; coordinates care planning with other disciplines.
If you have any questions, please contact Recruiter: Lacey Spoon ||Lspoon2@covhlth.com|| 865-374-5404
Responsibilities
Completes nursing history and initiates patient education.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members.
Implements plan of care appropriate to diagnosis. Evaluates care outcomes.
Problem solves and coordinates unit/patient care assignments, with supervision.
Introduces new employees/students to unit routines.
Participates on unit-based committees.
Demonstrates competence in performing critical skills (checklist) to include appropriate delivery of care according to the age-specific needs of the population served.
Supervises LPNs, Nursing Assistants, HUCs, Techs and sitters.
Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience:
Must possess at least one (1) year of professional nursing experience.
Licensure Requirement:
Must have and maintain Tennessee State RN licensure. CPR required.
RN license
RN license
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Job Title Clin Nurse II
ID FSR EVG RN Observation Day
Facility Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
Department Name Observation Unit
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