Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)

Facility Overview

This facility has been serving the healthcare needs of the community since December of 1978. It is a licensed 343-bed hospital offering acute medical care services. The campus features several medical office buildings and the offices of more than 100 physicians.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Medical-Surgical
• Location: 4th Floor, Tower B
• Number of Beds: 24
• Staffing:
  • Day Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 4 Registered Nurses (RNs or LPNs), 2 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), 1 Unit Clerk
  • Night Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 4 Registered Nurses (RNs or LPNs), 2 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
• Patient Ratios: 6:1
• Type of Equipment: BLS, NIHSS
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System: Meditech

Position Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and evaluations regularly.
• Administer medications and treatment plans as prescribed.
• Manage IV therapy, including PIV and central line management.
• Carry out procedures such as Foley catheter insertion, NG tube management, wound care, and chest tube management.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding treatment and care plans.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Prior inpatient acute care nursing experience
  • Basic knowledge of dysrhythmias
• Preferred:
  • Experience working in a trauma center

Equipment and Tools Used

• Alaris IV pumps
• Hoyer lifts
• Feeding pumps
• Welch Allyn Vital Sign Machines
• iMobile
• Vein Finder

Dress Code

• Scrubs: Royal blue
• Acceptable Attire: Black pants allowed

Location

Overland Park, KS