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Acute Care Nurse

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice Kennewick, WA
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April 12, 2024
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Kennewick, WA

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Acute Care Nurse to join our team. As an Acute Care Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized care to patients with acute illnesses or injuries. Your primary responsibility will be to monitor and assess patients conditions, administer medications, and collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.

The ideal candidate will have excellent critical thinking skills, strong communication abilities, and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care. You must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable making quick decisions under pressure. This is a challenging yet rewarding position that requires dedication and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Assessing and monitoring patients conditions, including vital signs, lab results, and medication needs
  • Administering medications, injections, and intravenous therapies as prescribed by physicians
  • Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
  • Educating patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and self-care techniques
  • Documenting patient information and maintaining accurate medical records
  • Responding to emergencies and providing appropriate interventions
  • Adhering to established protocols and safety standards to ensure patient well-being

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Nursing or related field
  • Valid nursing license in [state/region]
  • Minimum of [X] years of experience in acute care setting
  • BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
  • Strong knowledge of acute care nursing practices and procedures
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations
  • Proficiency in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

About Enhabit Home Health And Hospice

Enhabit Home Health And Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary


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