Medical Surgical/Oncology Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Surgical/Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a Medsurg/Oncology unit, managing a range of patient needs, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Med Surg (Medical Surgical)
• Number of Beds: 31
• Nurse to Patient Ratios: Days: 1:4-5, Nights: 1:5-6
• Common Diagnoses: Adults and geriatrics, including strokes, hypertension, COPD, cellulitis, CHF, A-fib non RVR, chest pain, myocardial infarction, acute mental status changes, and oncology patients in need of chemotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and individualized bedside nursing care to assigned patients.
• Administer medications and manage continuous infusions/titrations, including Lasix and Heparin.
• Monitor patient vitals and respond to changes in condition.
• Utilize medical equipment as necessary, including BiPAP and trach care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Float to other MedSurg units as required, supporting various patient care teams.

Qualifications

• Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a medical surgical nursing role.
• Certifications: Current BLS certification and NIHSS certification required.
• Preferred Skills: Experience with trach care and BiPAP management is preferred but not required.

Shifts and Scheduling

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift Type: Nights, every other weekend requirement, with holiday work as needed.
• Manager to schedule shifts; block scheduling may be considered based on unit needs.

Additional Information

• Team-oriented and supportive work environment.
• Orientation: 1-2 shifts of unit-specific orientation.
• Patient care techs available on the unit, with a ratio of 1:8.
• Tele/monitor techs available; RNs not required to read or interpret strips.
• No on-call or standby requirements; occasional floating to other units may be necessary.

Location: City, State