Registered Nurse RN Surgical Unit

Registered Nurse Med/Surg-Hosp

Banner Wyoming Medical Center is located in the heart of Casper, Wyoming. As the state's largest inpatient facility, Wyoming Medical Center is known and highly regarded for its cardiac and stroke services. With 249 beds and a level 2 trauma center, Wyoming Medical Center is proud to serve the entire state of Wyoming.

This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

Core functions include assessing patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice.

Minimum qualifications include a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.

Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and professional certification. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.