Agency RN
Berkshire HealthcareEast Longmeadow, MA
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Job Description
- Provide basic nursing care such as checking blood pressure, inserting catheters, and helping comfort patients by performing tasks such as changing and dressing
- Document accurate and ongoing assessment of patient status: Document patient care, including nursing intervention, patient response to care provided, patient needs, problems, capabilities, limitations, and progress toward goals
- Communicate with RNs and physicians regarding patients' needs
- Collaborate with other nurses and health team members to ensure patients' wellbeing
- Teach patient/significant other appropriate health information in a timely manner and share written informational material, as applicable.
- Perform direct patient care, using established procedures, policies, and standards
- Prepare and administer medications according to policy and procedure.
- Observe and document patients' responses to pertinent medications.
- Demonstrate ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise, and professional manner.
- Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
- Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, charting, etc., as necessary.
- Receive phone orders from physicians and record on the Physician's Order Form.
- Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures.
- Verify the identity of each resident before administering the medication/treatment.
- Ensure adequate medications, supplies, and equipment are available. Report needs to DON.
- Ensure narcotic records are accurate for your shift.
- Notify DON of all drug and narcotic discrepancies.
- Give a thorough, concise report at change of shift. Communicate pertinent information to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
- Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with safety and infection control policies and procedures, including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves where indicated and proper disposal of soiled materials.
- Follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.
- Demonstrate correct and safe technique in the use of equipment, according to specific product information/instructions.
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FAQs About Agency RN Jobs at Berkshire Healthcare
What is the work location for this position at Berkshire Healthcare?
This job at Berkshire Healthcare is located in East Longmeadow, MA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Berkshire Healthcare?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Berkshire Healthcare?
Berkshire Healthcare lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Berkshire Healthcare?
Berkshire Healthcare is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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