Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as an RN CMU you want in your current role We invest in what matters most to nurses like you – at home, at work, and at every stage in your career. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join LewisGale Hospital Montgomery which is a part of the nation’s leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsLewisGale Hospital Montgomery, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.Do you want to work where you have a voice Nurses are at the forefront of our commitment to the care and improvement of human life. At HCA Healthcare, there are many ways for nurses to have a voice through professional practice councils, advisory councils, vital voices surveys, and units of distinction. We learn from our multi-generational nursing family. We partner with our Nurses at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery!Job Summary and QualificationsThe Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature andspecific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant stateand specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN providesindividualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform,Teach, and Manage.” The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to theorganization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contributeto overall departmental performance.What you will do in this role:QualityAssesses patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled and/or as needed, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.Assesses patient environment for any safety risks and/or non-compliance with regulatory standards.Assesses patient pain regularly to promote effective pain management, including reassessments after appropriate intervention.Assesses patient condition for signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. Reports any indications of abuse or neglect to medical provider(s), nurse leader, and/or appropriate agency.Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.Performs the administration of prescribed medications. Monitors patient for therapeutic response. Notifies provider and intervenes as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.Performs exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.Teaches patients/families/caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.Teaches patients/families/caregivers about any non-medicinal follow-up measures, such as healthy diet and exercise, disease prevention, and/or other lifestyle changes. Prepares patients and families/caregivers for future self-management.Manages a care team, providing oversight and delegation to members as appropriate.Manages evidence-based practices and continuous process improvement initiatives to meet and exceed quality measures and enhance the exceptional care provided to patients.Manages the quality of care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize, and deliver a holistic patient treatment plan that promotes and supports recovery.Manages the continuation of care by serving as the interface between healthcare providers and community support systems who coordinate ongoing care needs for specialized patient groups.Specialty-Specific ResponsibilitiesApplies principles of cardiac and medical-surgical nursing in providing patient care.Maintains a knowledge of medications, procedures, and equipment commonly used in the care of cardiac and medical-surgical patients.Provides pre-operative and post-operative nursing care.Provides pre-operative and post-operative patient teaching and education related to specific surgical procedures or adaptations in health status resulting from treatment.ServiceServes as an example of professional nursing practice and promotes pride in nursing for the organization, the community, and the health care industry.Demonstrates caring and empathy in all interactions and advocates for patient- and family-centered approach in all decisions and actions.Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, bedside shift report, communication fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc.Articulates a clear understanding of how to integrate patient experience behaviors into quality, safety, and nursing practice.Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including active listening. Ensures patients, physicians, and colleagues have a clear understanding of all communications, and escalates care concerns appropriately.Participates as an engaged, active member of the health care team and positively promotes the rest of the team to patients/families/caregivers and other colleagues.Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates behaviors consistent with established policies/procedures.PeopleShares new knowledge with peers and mentors those with less experience.Participates in professional practice activities and advocates for shared governance functions.GrowthSeeks opportunities to impact the growth of the organization by promoting excellence in patient experience and providing high quality care to the patients served.Encourages physician engagement by nurturing a positive, professional work environment.FinanceFunctions as a good steward of financial resources by effectively managing supplies, equipment, length of stay, and throughput.Assumes personal accountability for work time.OtherPerforms other duties as assigned.Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.” What qualifications you will need:Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma RequiredBachelor's Degree in Nursing PreferredCurrently licensed as a registered professional nurse inthe state(s) of practice and/or has an active compactlicense, in accordance with law and regulation.Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)LewisGale Hospital Montgomery has provided quality healthcare services since 1910. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 140+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities in Southwest Virginia and New River Valley. We specialize in heart and vascular carewith the only cardiac catheterization lab in the New River Valley. We perform percutaneous coronary intervention - (stent and angioplasty). We provide services in orthopedic and spine care, and heartburn treatment at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery’s Heartburn Treatment Center. Our maternity services through our family-focused Birthing Center facilities have award-winning lactation consultants.At LewisGale Hospital Montgomery, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our RN CMU opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.