Clinical Nurse II- Pulmonary Renal

Job description

Clinical Nurse II- Pulmonary Renal

The Clinical Nurse II in the Pulmonary Renal department provides comprehensive patient care by implementing physician orders, administering medications, and performing medical procedures.

This role involves assessing patient conditions, collaborating with the nursing team to create care plans, and maintaining high standards of professional nursing practice in a compassionate environment.

The nurse also directs ancillary personnel and ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and documents treatment as required by policy and regulations.

Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.

Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.

Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.

Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.

Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.

Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.

Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintains standards of professional nursing.