Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical

Overview

We are seeking a competent Registered Nurse to join our Medical/Surgical unit, focusing on post-surgical patients, particularly in orthopedics, general surgery, and neuro populations. This position requires a willingness to float as needed to different areas of the unit.

Shift Details

• Shift: Nights (7 PM – 7 AM)
• Weekend scheduling based on need; weekend shifts may be required.

Job Responsibilities

• Practice independently, demonstrating awareness of relevant clinical aspects for assigned patients.
• Provide routine and complex nursing care, with a focus on long-range goals and plans.
• Manage contingencies in clinical nursing and delegate assignments to other care providers as necessary.
• Utilize the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Address increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
• Administer medications and treatments per protocol; monitor for side effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided.
• Assess learning needs and educate patients, family members, and caregivers on relevant issues and resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.
• BLS certification via AHA required.
• Current RN License valid in the state of employment or a compact license.

Nurse/Patient Ratio

The typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 5:1 to 6:1, depending on staffing levels.

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System

This position utilizes Epic as the electronic medical record system.

Dress Code

Ceil Blue scrubs are required while on duty.