Medsurg/Onc Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Medsurg/Onc Registered Nurse (RN) to join a dedicated team in a collaborative and supportive environment. This position is essential in providing quality care to patients on a Medical/Surgical and Oncology unit.

Job Details

• Unit: Med Surg (Medical Surgical)
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week
• Experience Required: Minimum of 2 years
• Department Specifics: Core staff will administer chemotherapy with no Oncology provider available on the current day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with various diagnoses, including strokes, hypertension, COPD, CHF, atrial fibrillation, and oncology-related conditions.
• Administer and titrate intravenous medications and drips, including Lasix and Heparin, with a preference for previous experience in these areas.
• Float to other Medical/Surgical units as needed; may occasionally hold patients in the emergency room.
• Work collaboratively with a Charge Nurse who will serve as a resource and support on each shift.
• Utilize telemetry packs and work with a monitor tech to manage patient rhythms; RN will not be required to interpret strips independently.
• Coordinate care with patient care techs/nurse aids on a 1:8 ratio, providing support for daily tasks and patient needs.

Qualifications

• Current BLS Certification required.
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification preferred.
• Ability to manage and provide care for patients requiring BiPAP support; previous experience with trach care is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to foster a positive unit culture.

Scheduling and Orientation

• Work Schedule: 0700-1930 and 1900-0730 shifts available.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend.
• Holiday Requirement: As needed.
• Orientation: 1-2 shifts of unit-specific orientation will be provided to ensure comfort and competence in the role.

Location

This position is located in a vibrant community setting in City, ST.

Additional Information

This unit is known for its great culture and teamwork, making it an inviting place for nurses looking for support and collaboration. Candidates will need to provide their availability upfront, with limited additional time off approved during the contract period.