Registered Nurse - Observation - No Experience Required - Owensboro Medical Health System : Job Details

Job SummaryProvides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.Job Responsibilities* Implements and monitors patient care plans.* Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.* Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.* Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.* Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with patient/family and members of the healthcare team.* Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.* Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.Qualifications* Associate's degree or higher or Diploma in Nursing required upon hire AND* Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing required within 5 years of employment in this position* No experience required* RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND* BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this positionSkills and Attributes* Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.* Works under minimal supervision.* Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.* Department specific competencies for positions are detailed in the unit/department scope of service.Physical Demands* Standing: Frequently* Walking: Frequently* Sitting: Occasionally* Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently* Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely* Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely* Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently* Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely* Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely* Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently* Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently* Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently* Climbing: Occasionally* Bending/Stooping: Frequently* Kneeling: Occasionally* Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally* Reaching: Frequently* Talking: Frequently* Hearing: Frequently* Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely* Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently* Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently* Running: Occasionally* Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently* Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently* Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently* Vision: Seeing Near: FrequentlyOwensboro Health Core CommitmentsINTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.