Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide exceptional patient care in a community hospital setting. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, including at least 1 year in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU). First-time travelers with a total of 2 years of nursing experience will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population, including those with complex medical and cardiac conditions.
• Monitor and assess patients’ conditions, including cardiac rhythm interpretation and managing titratable drips (e.g., diltiazem, amiodarone, heparin, digoxin, Bumex, Lasix).
• Perform and manage procedures such as trach care, chest tube care, and central line maintenance.
• Care for a variety of patient types with diagnoses including diabetes mellitus, gastrointestinal issues, pulmonary concerns, cardiac events (e.g., MI, CHF, afib with RVR), and more.
• Work collaboratively within the healthcare team to ensure positive patient outcomes and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current ACLS and BLS certifications are required.
• Demonstrated experience in caring for cardiac patients, including comfort with bedside procedures.
• Ability to work with a high volume of post-catheterization patients and understand related protocols.
• Experience in general nursing, with a focus on compassionate caregiving, especially in underserved populations.
• Strong communication skills; proficiency in Spanish is a plus due to a significant Spanish-speaking patient base.

Working Conditions

• Floating may be required within nursing scope across the hospital.
• Weekend rotation is required at least twice a month, with varying assignments based on departmental needs.
• Shifts are 12 hours with day shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM and night shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM.
• Scrubs may be of any color.

Facility Overview

This is a non-profit community hospital located in a vibrant city with a total of 226 beds, including 34 beds in the designated nursing unit. The hospital is committed to providing empathetic and skilled care to a diverse population, including a high percentage of underserved patients.