RN - In House Agency

Registered Nurse (RN)

The Registered Nurse (RN) will assume responsibility and accountability for care of adolescent, adult and geriatric acute med-surg/cardiac patients. The RN will utilize the nursing process in the provision of care and will practice within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and the policies, procedures and standards of the Health System. The RN will demonstrate a commitment to teamwork through effective collaboration efforts.

Responsibilities

• Practices according to safety and infection control policies
• Initiates and follows established standards in emergency situation(s)
• Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient, family and staff
• Reports appropriately and in a positive effective manner on patient status to members of the health care team
• Communicates with patients, family and friends in a professional manner exhibiting patience and tact, which decre...