Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patients and significant others; while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter; they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions.
Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities; surveys; and improvement initiatives. In addition; Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (Diploma; AD)
Minimum Work Experience
No previous work experience
Required Licenses/Certifications
Registered Nurse
BLS - should not initiate patient contact until completed.
ACLS should be completed within 90 days of hire.
NIH Stroke Scale should be completed within 90 days of hire.
Required Skills; Knowledge; and Abilities
Input data into computer programs
Designated Driver
No
OSHA Category
1 - High Risk
Sourced from a public job board.
Place
City
Brownwood, Texas
State price level
3% below the national average
Texas index 97.1, where 100 is the national average.
