Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Medical-Surgical/Ortho unit. This role involves providing high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment, focusing on medical and surgical interventions, including post-operative cancer care.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Medical-Surgical/Ortho
• Number of Beds: 32
• Patient Ratios: 1:5

Shift Details

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Shift Type: Nights
• Scheduled Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every third weekend (6 weekend shifts in a 6-week period)
• Holiday Requirement: Rotating

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care with a focus on accurate documentation and effective communication.
• Titrate drips, including heparin, lidocaine, and TPN.
• Monitor patient vital signs and report any significant changes to the charge nurse or supervisor.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in unit-specific orientation and training.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a similar nursing role.
• Certifications: BLS certification required.
• Skills: Strong communication, timely documentation, and a commitment to patient-centered care are essential.

Additional Information

• Department Specific Orientation: Yes
• Dress Code: Navy scrubs
• Floating Requirement: Rare, only to other medical/surgical units as needed