Where We Are:
Live where others only get to vacation…Hot Springs, located in the gently rolling Ouachita Mountains, offers a unique combination of natural beauty, cultural life, and historical interest. With numerous outdoor activities, art galleries, local shops, and diverse cuisine, Hot Springs has something for everyone.
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Short-term and Long-term disability 100% paid for by the company
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Loan repayment, tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for qualified candidates
- Professional development opportunities, apprenticeship programs, and certification assistance
- And much more…
Position Summary:
- Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Prepares equipment and aids Physician during treatment and examination of patient.
- Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patient.
- Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or Physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
- Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient.
- Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
- Documents nursing history and physical assessment for assigned patients.
- Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or hospital policy including patient and family instruction.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate Degree or Diploma - Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Currently licensed as RN in the State of Arkansas - unrestricted
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Physical Requirements:
- Medium Work (Exert up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. frequently;
- Standing/Walking Work (Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking)
Experience:
- 1 year in PACU or ICU preferred