Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Acute Care unit. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in a medical-surgical unit.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort while delivering care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient management.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patient conditions and report any changes to the healthcare team.
• Assist with the orientation and training of new staff as needed.

Shift Details

• Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend
• Holidays: As needed

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Medical-Surgical (Med Surg)
• Number of Beds: 44
• Staff Ratio: 1:5 (possibly 1:6 during peak times)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• At least 1 travel assignment is required.
• Certifications: BLS (AHA) and NIHSS required.
• Experience with Meditech EMR preferred, but not necessary.

Additional Information

• Nurse Aides available on the unit to assist with patient care.
• May be required to float to different acute care units as needed.
• General orientation period is 1 week, with an additional 2 days for floor-specific training.
• Gated housing options are available near the unit.

Community Highlights

The surrounding area offers a vibrant community with a population of approximately 80,000. Local attractions and amenities are within a short drive, including proximity to larger cities such as Atlanta, GA, and Tallahassee, FL.