The Inpatient Services Registered Nurse assesses and evaluates patient needs and responses to care rendered.
Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
Coordinates patient care activities, based on established priorities, including teaching, rounding, counseling, and discharge planning, and directs/delegates appropriately to members of the health care team.
Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, significant others, and members of the health care team about the patient's plan of care.
Participates in performance improvement, nursing quality, nursing research activities and utilizes same in clinical practice.
Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for nursing practice and the delivery of safe, competent patient care.