Observation RN
Middleburg Heights, OH
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse plays a crucial role in monitoring and assessing patients’ physical conditions, providing essential nursing care, and facilitating the early detection of potential health issues. This position involves close collaboration with doctors, specialists, and other healthcare team members to ensure effective patient care management.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Monitoring and Assessment:
  • Continuously monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation.
  • Assess patients' overall physical condition, noting changes in symptoms or sudden deterioration.
  • Conduct routine physical exams and document observations regarding patient health status.
  • Promptly report any significant changes in patient conditions to the medical team.
• Basic Patient Care:
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and delivery method.
  • Assist with daily living activities including feeding, bathing, grooming, and mobility support.
  • Provide comfort measures such as positioning, pain management, and emotional support.
  • Assist in the collection of patient samples for laboratory testing.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Effectively communicate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare team members about patient care plans.
  • Coordinate and plan patient care to ensure timely interventions.
  • Educate patients and their families on health conditions and treatment plans.
  • Regularly update patient records with treatments, interventions, observations, and communications with healthcare providers.
• Emergency Response:
  • Recognize and respond to changes in patient conditions necessitating urgent care.
  • Provide initial care and stabilization during emergencies and assist in escalating care as needed.
  • Follow emergency protocols, including basic life support techniques.
• Infection Control and Safety:
  • Adhere to infection control policies to maintain proper hygiene and sanitation.
  • Ensure patient safety by following safety protocols and monitoring for signs of distress.
  • Maintain a clean and organized environment for patients and staff.
• Documentation and Record-Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records complying with healthcare regulations.
  • Document observations, interventions, medications, and communications in the patient's medical chart.
  • Ensure timely completion of all documentation reflecting the patient’s condition accurately.

Qualifications

• Education: Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state nursing license.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a cardiac stepdown or similar nursing field is required.
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong observational skills for identifying subtle changes in patient health.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and medical teams.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple patients in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in basic nursing tasks, including medication administration and vital sign monitoring.
  • Compassionate, patient-centered approach to nursing care.

Working Conditions

Shifts may include weekends and holidays depending on staffing requirements. The role involves physical demands such as standing, walking, lifting, and moving patients, along with the ability to manage emergency situations.