Registered Nurse Charge- FT Nights San Antonio LTACH
Company: PAM Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Registered NurseFULL-TIME NIGHTSUnder the direction of the Chief
Nursing Officer/Director of Nursing, Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse,
the Registered Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing
process while delivering, directing and supervising care to
patients admitted to the nursing unit. The Registered Nurse plans,
coordinates, and provides patient care to include interdisciplinary
planning, discharge planning, patient and family teaching for
post-hospitalization, and accessing community resources. May
perform other related duties as assigned or requested, including
Charge Nurse (ACLS certification required).RESPONSIBILITIESPatient
Care Essential Job Functions--- Maintains accurate, detailed
reports and records.--- Monitors, records and reports symptoms and
changes in patients' conditions.--- Maintains complete and accurate
records of all activities performed.--- Modifies patient treatment
plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.---
Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess,
plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.--- Orders,
interprets and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess
patient's condition.--- Monitors all aspects of care, including
diet and physical activity.--- Directs and supervises LVNs/LPNs,
PCTs, CNAs/NAs.--- Prepares patients for, and assists with,
examinations and treatments.--- Performs all scheduled assessments
and physician orders in a timely manner.--- Demonstrates proper use
of med dispense system.--- Performs in the department as a team
member.--- Performs work accurately, and in a professional manner,
being conscious of patient/department needs.--- Demonstrates
knowledge and skill in nursing processes/procedures, in accordance
with policies and procedures.Leadership (Charge Nurse) Essential
Functions (if applicable to the role)--- Inclusiveness: Promotes
cooperation, fairness and equity; shows respect for people and
their differences; works to understand perspectives of others;
demonstrates empathy; brings out the best in others and in his/her
team.--- Managing Staff: Coaches, evaluates, develops, and inspires
staff; sets expectations; recognizes achievements; effectively
manages conflict; aligns department goals with company goals;
provides feedback; group leadership; delegates appropriately;
evaluations completed on time as applicable.--- Stewardship and
Resource Management: Demonstrates accountability and sound judgment
in managing company resources; appropriate understanding of
confidentiality and company values; adheres to and supports company
policies, procedures and safety guidelines.--- Problem-Solving:
Identifies problems and involves others in seeking solutions;
conducts appropriate analysis; searches for best solutions;
effectively and efficiently implements appropriate response to
correct problem; responds promptly and effectively to new
challenges.--- Decision-Making: Makes clear, consistent decisions;
acts with integrity in all decisions; distinguishes relevant from
irrelevant information; makes time, appropriate decisions.---
Strategic planning and organizing: Understands company vision and
aligns priorities accordingly; measures outcomes; uses feedback to
redirect as required; evaluates alternatives; appropriately
organizes complex issues to desirable resolution.--- Communication:
Connects with peers, subordinate employees and all customers;
actively listens; clearly and effectively shares information;
demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills;
negotiates effectively.--- Quality Improvement: Strives for
efficient, effective, high-quality performance in self and the
department; delivers timely and accurate results; resilient when
responding to matters that are challenging; takes initiative to
make improvements.--- Leadership: Motivates others; accepts
responsibility; maintains high morale in department; develops trust
and credibility; expects honest and ethical behavior of self and
staff.--- Teamwork: Encourages cooperation and collaboration;
builds effective teams; works in partnership with others; is
flexible; responsive to the needs of others.--- Development:
Maintains up-to-date skills through involvement with professional
organizations or continuing education; participates in performance
improvement activities and self-development; attends in-services
and other mandatory training; maintains licensure and other
required certifications.QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Training: Holds
current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state where the
hospital resides. Current BLS certification is required. Current
ACLS certification is required for Charge Nurses, High Ops, and
ICU. Experience: One year of inpatient medical-surgical nursing
experience preferred but not required.Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities:--- Verbal ability to effectively express ideas and views
for communication with (as appropriate) pediatric, adolescent,
adult, and geriatric patients, visitors, and staff members.--- Read
and write English language including medical terminology and
abbreviations.--- Clerical ability to document completely and
accurately in medical record.--- Cognitive ability to implement the
nursing process with (as appropriate) pediatric, adolescent, adult
and geriatric patients in the nursing setting.--- Organizational
ability to complete nursing tasks in a timely and efficient
manner.---Ability to motivate staff in performance of patient
care.--- Capacity to relate to people in a manner to win confidence
and establish rapport.--- Flexibility to adjust to changing
conditions and the various details of the job.ABOUT USPAM Health is
committed to being the most trusted source for post-acute services
in every community it serves by utilizing experienced and dedicated
staff to provide high quality patient care and customer service.
With over 44 Long Term Acute Care and Rehabilitation hospitals and
16 Outpatient Clinics currently in operation across the country, we
are proud to offer services including comprehensive wound care,
aquatic therapy, ventilator weaning, amputation treatment, pain
management and much more.Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a
collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership with
exposure to a variety of patient care levels. Aside from our
competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent
insurance options, you will also have opportunities for
professional growth through our Education Advancement Program.We
are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider
joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by
being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment
to visit us online at for a comprehensive look at how we're able to
positively impact our local communities.PAM Health does not
discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without
limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual
or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age,
gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with
another person on account of that person's actual or perceived
race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender,
physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity
or expression or HIV status.
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