Med/Surg ED RN Job Description - Nursing Job Summary - Essential Functions - Qualifications

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Med/Surg ED RN Job Description defines responsibilities for delivering safe, high-quality, continuous nursing care using the nursing process for medical and surgical patients. The role assesses complex patient needs, develops and implements nursing care plans, evaluates outcomes, documents and communicates care, and coordinates learning and discharge planning. It includes collaboration across therapies and an interdisciplinary provider team, supervision of LPNs and oversight of care planning, participation in evidence-based practice, and floating to the Emergency Room and Outpatient Treatment Center when directed.

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Status Active PolicyStat ID 19037778 Origination Last Approved Effective Last Revised Next Review 04/2024 10/2025 10/2025 04/2024 10/2026 Owner Department Applicability JOSHUA Steinberg: Director Nursing Mitchell County Regional Health Center Med/Surg ED RN Job Description I. JOB SUMMARY Accepts responsibility and accountability for the delivery of care through the use of the nursing process ensuring safety, quality, and continuity of care is maintained. Provides nursing care for medical and surgical patients as assigned, while maintaining professional nursing standards. Directs and guides patient teaching and ancillary personnel to include exercising independent judgment in directing the work of others. Position works closely with various therapies, such as RT, PT, ST, and OTto provide multidisciplinary care to patients. Works collaboratively with the MCRHC Provider team to ensure optimal care is delivered. Position also floats to Emergency Room and Outpatient Treatment Center with experience, as directed by Acute Care Nursing Director. II. ORGANIZATION SUMMARY A. Reports to: Director of Acute Care Services, Assistant Administrator/CNO B. Supervises: : LPNs, CNAs, Unit Secretary C. Key Working Relationships: Working Relationships: Patients, families, physicians, PHO staff, public. D. Primary Customer Groups: Patients, families, physicians, PHO staff, public. E. Age of Patients Served: | | Neonatal | | Adolescent | | Geriatric | | Not Applicable | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Pediatric | | Adult | X | All Ages | | | III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Assesses patients and identifies physical, psycho-social, spiritual, cultural, environmental, and educational needs. B. Provides direct patient care which reflects use of the nursing process, evidence-based practice, and established procedures. Promotes patient comfort, safety, and dignity. C. Develops a written plan of care through nursing diagnosis which is initiated within 24 hours of admission, reviews daily and updates as necessary. Provides oversight to LPNs in developing care plans for their patients. D. Implements the plan of care based on standards of practice, hospital policies and procedures, and patient/family needs. E. Evaluates patient/family response and outcomes to nursing interventions. F. Provides or participates in learning opportunities to meet the educational needs of the patient and family by assessing the learning needs and formulating and initiating a teaching plan to meet those needs. G. Documents and communicates patient information in as accurate and timely manner. H. Assists patient with activities of daily living and nutritional needs. I. Begins patient/family discharge plan on admission and finalizes discharge plans prior to discharge. J. Participates in activities which promote evidence-based, best practice patient care, nursing development, and professional growth. K. Demonstrates principles of therapeutic communication skills and promotes positive relationships within the department, and other departments, and with hospital guests and clients. L. Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to achieve desired patient care outcomes. M. Maintains accountability for nursing care by identifying and reporting patient problems, participating in unit meetings, and attending appropriate in-services and education programs. N. Provides competent patient care to the above-indicated age groups. O. Supports and abides by all PHO, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. P. Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission and philosophy of Mitchell County Regional Health Center and Mercy Health Network. Q. Performs other responsibilities as requested by the Director of Acute Care Services and R. Assistant Administrator/CNO and/or Administrative Team. S. Demonstrates Guiding Behavior Expectations in all interactions wit

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What are the core responsibilities of the Med/Surg ED RN role?

The RN is accountable for delivering nursing care using the nursing process, ensuring safety, quality, and continuity. Responsibilities include assessment, care planning, implementing interventions, evaluation, documentation, and coordinating teaching and discharge planning.

Who does the position report to and who does it supervise?

The role reports to the Director of Acute Care Services and Assistant Administrator/CNO, and it supervises LPNs, CNAs, and the Unit Secretary.

What qualifications are required for the Med/Surg ED RN position?

The requirements include graduation from an accredited professional nursing program and current RN licensure in Iowa. Experience is preferred, BLS certification is required, and ER credentials list ACLS, TNCC, and PALS as required; Med/Surg and OTC-ACLS and PALS are also required.

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