Registered Nurse - Med Surg

Company: Saint Francis Community Services
Location: Lubbock
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

Registered NurseCompletes Kan Be Healthy assessments and initial nursing assessments

Refers any concerns to local health professionals

Monitors restraing of clients

Trains staff in medication distribution

Ensures completion of restraint log weekly

Dispenses medications as scheduled, documents and observes effects

Obtains lab specimens as scheduled

Oversees monthly medication reconciliations and reports any discrepancies

Ensures clients are taught about any needs they have related to allergies, hygiene and health

Coordinates services with outside facilities and health care providers

Oversees the scheduling of appointments with outside facilities and/or healthcare providers

Implements Saint Francis Ministries policies and follows directives as required. Follows and adheres to all pertinent Saint Francis Ministries Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), rules, personnel policies and procedures; related accreditation and licensure standards; and federal, state and local rules, statutes, regulations, and contractual terms

Reports unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical and safety channels

Ensures clients' rights are protected

Is knowledgeable of and follows all safety procedures

Maintains medical records

Checks for needed monthly medication renewals

Provides immunizations as needed for clients

Provides on-going assessment for the wellness of each client

Records heights and weights on a monthly basis or as needed

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