Job Description:
Summary:
Functions:
The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the provision of nursing care for assigned patients within the established standards of evidence-based practice and organizational policy and procedures. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously within the scope of professional standards and the rules and regulations established by the VA State Board of Nursing. The RN provides patient care that is appropriate to age and developmental level of assigned patients. The RN appropriately delegates care provision to other members of the nursing care team consistent with role, licensure and scope of practice. Responsible and accountable for the care of assigned patients and assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care of the patient, performs RN duties as assigned, and effectively communicates with patients, the public, physicians, and other hospital personnel. Performs nursing assessments and delivers care as an integral p...