Who we are:Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospitallocated in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of theTop 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texasby the National Rural Health Association.Being named one of theBest Places to Work in Healthcareby Modern Healthcare for four consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.Shift Information:This position is Full-Time, Three 12 hour shifts, Day Shift 7am-7pmWhat we offer:Health Insurance401(k)Dental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid time offTuition Reimbursement | HPSA DesignatedEmployee Education ScholarshipsEmployee Referral ProgramMerit IncreasesFree access to a beautiful onsite fitness facilityWhat you will do:The RN is responsible for assessing the needs of each patient on the unit and planning the nursing care needed to meet those needs, including spiritual, emotional, physiological, and psychosocial needs. Once planned, the RN is responsible to see that the plan of care is carried out through performance and/or leadership of subordinate personnel. After the plan is implemented and the care provided, the patients’ response is evaluated both verbally and in writing.Required Education:Graduate of an accredited school of nursingPreferred Education:
BSN
Required Skills:
Patient Care assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Knowledge and ability to perform skills necessary for unit specific competencies, to include age specific competencies.
Preferred Skills:
Advanced competencies as defined by demonstrated participation in formal Continuing Nursing Education activities.
Required Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Unrestricted Texas license as a Registered Nurse and Basic Life Support
Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification:
ACLS and PALS
Required Experience:
Eligibility to participate in a new RN Preceptorship program
Preferred Experience:
Six to Twelve months of experience as an RN in an inpatient medical surgical setting.
