Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and be able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Position Details

• Unit Type: Medical Surgical
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Shift Type: Nights
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Patient Ratios: 1 nurse to 5 patients
• Location: City, State

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to medical and surgical patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient conditions and administer medications as prescribed.
• Participate in patient education and discharge planning.
• Perform necessary patient assessments and document findings accurately.
• Float to other medical-surgical floors or telemetry as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a medical-surgical setting.
• Previous travel nursing experience is required.
• Current BLS certification.
• COVID vaccination required.
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry; dysrhythmia exam must be passed.
• Team player with strong communication skills.

Schedule Requirements

• Working every other weekend (4 weekend shifts within a 4-week schedule).
• Must be willing to participate in holiday rotation with permanent staff.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 30 beds
• Nurse Aides: 2 on days and 1 on nights
• EMR System: Cerner
• Charge Nurse: Clinical supervisor performs break relief and does not take patient assignments.
• Orientation: 1 shift on the unit-specific orientation.

Additional Notes

Holiday requests will be considered, but cannot be guaranteed. Candidates must demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in their nursing practice.