RN-(H) Float

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Uses standards of medical-surgical nursing practice to increase the quality of care and quality of life for the patient, family, and significant other(s). Establishes effective relationships and serves as an advocate with the patient, family, and significant other(s) to facilitate the development of the care plan unique to the patient's care needs. Uses the nursing process to develop and implement the plan of care, collect assessment data for each patient, determine appropriate nursing diagnoses, identify expected patient outcomes, determine the plan of care, implement interventions, and evaluate patient outcomes.