The Registered nurse delivers care for patients across their life span, and through the use of the nursing process, assesses and documents the effects of care. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing, medical and other team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.
Job Duties:
Initiates plan of care reflecting the assessment of the immediate physiological needs of the
patient within established time frames appropriate
Develops plan of nursing care in conjunction with the individual and/or significant others and
includes expected outcomes appropriate for the nursing diagnosis and unique patient/family needs
of the following patient populations
Evaluates, modifies, and updates the nursing care plan based on observable patient responses
and attainment of patient outcomes within established time frames
Correctly interprets and implements physician orders asking for clarification when necessary
Determines and assembles appropriate equipment/supplies for implementation of nursing
interventions.
Properly prepares patient for medical/surgical procedures and assists physician with
procedures as needed
Administers prescribed medications and monitors patient for side effects and/or adverse drug
affects.
Administers all chemotherapy utilizing precautions indicated by each specific agent
Prepares for management of extravasation when administering chemotherapy if needed.
Correctly obtains and handles patient specimens and cultures.
Properly documents medication and chemotherapy administration and age-specific nursing
interventions performed.
Evaluates and documents patients responses to all interventions and procedures carried out
both on a physical and psychological basis
Documents medication administration per unit policy.
Documents changes from baseline assessment specific to the patient’s age.
Documents and read back verbal orders from the physician in the order sheet and ensures cosignature in a timely manner per policy.
Accurately and legibly documents using hospital approved abbreviations, appropriate
signatures, titles, error corrections.
Assures completeness of nursing documentation on the medical record at the time of discharge
Appropriately uses equipment required.
Willingly assists physicians as needed in an efficient manner
Effectively responds to crisis situations and prevents patient deterioration by early intervention.
Demonstrations
Performs initial physiological needs assessment within established time frames appropriate to
patient’s age.
Accurately and timely completes the admission assessment form to include biophysical,
psychosocial, educational, and environmental factors appropriate for patient’s age.
Derives appropriate nursing diagnosis from identified problems of the individual based on data
collected specific to the age of the patient.
Reassess and documents the age-specific patient's l needs per established unit policy for the
following patient population
Additional experience requirements
For more than a century, Nashville General Hospital has been serving the community as a steadfast beacon of care and compassion — making outstanding, comprehensive health care accessible to all. Here, all are welcomed, and all are treated equally. We serve as a lifeline for the health needs of our Nashville community. Your well being is our primary concern — and our experienced and skilled professionals are here to nurture both health and hope.
Every day, we earn the trust of our neighbors through our integrity, accountability, and accessibility. And we look forward to another hundred years of providing the care and respect our patients and their families deserve.
Our Mission
To improve the health and wellness of our Nashville community by providing equitable access to comprehensive, coordinated, patient-centered care. We also work to support tomorrow’s caregivers, and translate science into clinical practice.
