Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg

Position Information:

• Role: RN
• Specialty: Med Surg
• Number of Openings: 2
• Shift: Nights (1900-0730)
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Weekend Hours: As required by facility/every other weekend
• Call Requirements: None

Unit Information:

• Number of Beds: 30
• Patient Ratios: 1:6-7 (not guaranteed)
• Equipment: Alaris IV pumps, Kangaroo enteral feeding pumps, wound vacs, SCD machines, PCA pumps, low air loss mattresses, remote telemetry monitors.
• EMR: EPIC

Qualifications:

• Required Licensure: Current RN License eligible for licensure in the state or currently licensed in the state.
• Required Certifications: BLS from AHA only
• Preferred Certifications: ACLS from AHA only
• Years of Experience: Minimum of 1 year in Med Surg, inpatient experience only.
• Float Requirements: May be floated to other units based on staffing needs.

Role Responsibilities:

• Utilize the nursing process to provide patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient comfort and care.
• Maintain compliance with nursing standards and regulations, including the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and organizational policies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care provided by other direct care providers and maintain professional accountability.
• Protect patient rights and ensure the confidentiality of patient information.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to stand and walk for most of the shift.
• Significant bending, stooping, and lifting may be required.
• High risk of exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Physical demands may include pushing, pulling, and gripping weights up to 50 lbs.

Personality Fit:

• Patient-focused with strong teamwork skills.

Dress Code:

• Scrub Color: Black
• Unacceptable Attire: Any attire other than designated scrubs, including leggings.

Additional Information:

• The position involves various types of medical care, including GI, GU, wound care, acute withdrawal, altered mental status, dialysis/ESRD, and minor surgical procedures.
• This role requires flexibility in scheduling, with possible variations in days and shift patterns based on patient needs and facility requirements.