Registered Nurse, IMCU/Step-Down
Core
Provides professional nursing care for patients in an inpatient hospital setting (IMCU/Step-Down), utilizing the nursing process to achieve quality patient care outcomes.
Role type
Registered Nurse (IC)
Builds
Patient care plans and safe clinical environments
Domain
Healthcare / Inpatient Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Clinical assessment, Evidence-Based Practice application, Delegation, Patient education, Policy influence, Ethical decision making, Data collection and utilization
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Modify patient care plans based on data collection; Use Evidence-Based Practice to provide care; Delegate tasks according to scope of practice; Verify care plans with interprofessional colleagues; Provide education to patients and families; Promote communication among team members; Influence policy to promote safe care; Utilize resources in sensitive situations; Participate in developing strategies for healthy communities; Recognize strategies to improve nursing quality; Review and evaluate policies and procedures; Engage in activities related to nurse sensitive indicators; Participate in continuing professional development; Identify ethical situations and seek assistance; Maintain ethical environment; Adhere to patient moral and legal rights.
Seniority
Entry-level (1 year experience required)