ICU/PCU Registered Nurse
Clarkston, WA
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

297559

25 bed CAH RN for ICU/PCU -Nights must be experienced in all areas and willing to float to MSU as needed.

WA license must be ACTIVE.

Identifies patient's/significant others needs for patient education and provides education utilizing appropriate education modalities. Identifies and provides for patient safety through preventative measures (i.e., side rails, restraints, safe use of equipment, etc.) follows restraint policy correctly, evaluates and documents appropriately. Demonstrates knowledge of safe operation of all equipment in the PCU/Telemetry/MedSurg areas. Is aware of troubleshooting techniques and follows procedures for repair of essential equipment and able to access equipment manuals as needed. Implements infection control and isolation procedures using proper procedures and documentation. Utilizes standard precautions at all times. Maintains complete, accurate, concise documentation of patient status, nursing interventions and patient responses during assigned shift. Documents charge accurately. Ensures accuracy and completes physicians orders in a timely manner. Completes 24 hour check of orders (if within duties of assigned shift). Gives change of shift report to oncoming employees in a complete and accurate manner. Communicates with other department completely and accurately. Reports critical lab values to the physician in a timely manner according to policy. Maintains and restocks emergency carts, room and general supplies. Other duties as assigned.