(for external candidates only)
JOB DUTIES
Reports pertinent observations, changes, and reactions regarding residents to the appropriate person (physician, manager, supervisor, etc.) Records these observations, changes and reactions accurately, concisely, and legibly.
Plans, implements and documents health teaching with resident and/or significant other.
Assesses the resident's condition and nursing needs. Based on those conditions and needs, develops and implements individual plan of care with revisions as resident's condition and needs change.
Maintains the standards of nursing care within the guidelines of the nursing department.
Demonstrates knowledge of and implements policies and procedures of the hospital and nursing department.
Directs, supervises and evaluates nursing care provided to the residents and administers direct care, by using professional nursing skills and judgments as required - maintains skills in the assessment, treatment and care appropriate to the unique needs of residents for whom they care.
Assists physicians with resident rounds, procedures, and exams.
Transcribes physician orders accurately and legibly.
Administers medications, including IV's according to hospital policy and procedure.
Demonstrates cost-conscious use of supplies; maintains equipment in a clean and safe manner.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Professional knowledge of nursing theory and practice at a level normally acquired through completion of an accredited School of Nursing. Specialty units may have additional requirements according to their policy.
Current State Nursing License or having made application for licensure or temporary Practice Permit.
BLS required.
Meadville Medical Center is an outstanding community hospital located in Meadville, Pennsylvania. The hospital continually works to meet the community's needs by maintaining up-to-date and state-of-the-art facilities. We are a leader in healthcare in Northwest Pennsylvania, with the newest technology, including the latest generation of ultrasound, CT and MRI technology. Our medical staff of more than 100 consists of 37 medical/surgical specialties, with an extensive primary care foundation.
With a service area covering 75,000 individuals in Crawford County as well as an additional 150,000 persons from northwestern Pennsylvania, the Meadville Medical Center has annual inpatient admissions of approximately 7,617 and more than 215,742 outpatient visits. The Emergency Department alone reports 37,690 visits yearly and approximately 650 babies are born here each year.
Meadville Medical Center Mission Statement:
Your independent community health system is dedicated to providing high quality, innovative and affordable healthcare for the wellbeing of our community.
Meadville Medical Center Vision Statement:
Our vision is to continually exceed the expectations of those we serve by working together as a team, dedicated to a process of never-ending improvements.
