Position Overview
Title: Registered Nurse
Department: Nursing
General summary The Registered Staff Nurse is responsible for the ongoing assessment, health and well-being of patients assigned to their care. Utilizes critical thinking and decision making skills to supervise nursing staff (Certified Nurse Aides, Unit Clerks, Patient Care Technicians, Students, etc.) on his or her shift. The Registered Staff Nurse provides medical/surgical and emergency nursing care to patients by performing the following duties in accordance with hospital approved policies and procedures. The Registered Staff Nurse works under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse during their assigned shift. The Registered Staff Nurse is also supervised by the Nursing Department Leadership related to their scope of responsibility.
Duties and responsibilities - Uphold Nursing Code of Ethics (ANA)
- The Registered Staff Nurse will provide general patient care by: