GN/RN Intern, Emergency Room: Methodist Richardson Medical Center

Provides professional nursing care (as defined by the Nurse Practice Act for the State of Texas ) within an assigned unit; coordinates care planning with other disciplines.

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide individualized, goal directed nursing care.
• Institutes appropriate nursing interventions which might be required to stabilize a patient's condition and/or prevent complications.
• Knows rationale for the effects and proper administration of the medications and/or treatments she administers. Documents medications given with response, if appropriate. Complies with narcotic wastage procedure.
• Consults with the appropriate licensed practitioner to clarify any order or treatment regimen that the nurse has reason to believe is inaccurate and/or contraindicated.
• Documents completely and in organized manner. Charting includes the patient's symptoms, responses, progress, medications, and/or treatments. Documentation reflects timely verification of medical orders.
• Promotes and participates in patient education and counseling based on health needs. Refers to community agencies for continuity of care.
• Performs all required skills competently/ or under the direction of a preceptor. Performs with complex treatments, procedures and equipment required by unit's patient population.
• Gives a comprehensive shift report. Gives report on patients when leaving an assignment.
• Acts as a patient advocate in accordance with the ANA Code of Nursing.
• Provides care in an organized and time-efficient manner.
• Contributes to formulation and attainment of unit goals.
• Suggests/plans/presents educational programs for the unit.