Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care in our Med-Surg/Telemetry unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care to medical-surgical overflow patients, including those with common diagnoses such as CHF, DM, UTI, non-critical sepsis, HTN, COPD, isolation, end-of-life/palliative care, awaiting placement, and post-operative care from general surgery.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage patient care for up to 5 patients, ensuring all nursing procedures and protocols are followed.
• Titrate medications such as Heparin and Cardizem under the appropriate guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including responses to treatments and changes in condition.
• Collaborate with tele/monitor technicians and other healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and their families regarding health conditions, treatment plans, and post-operative care.
• Participate in unit and departmental meetings, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active Washington State License or Compact License required.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in acute care settings.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications mandatory.
• Ability to effectively read cardiac monitor strips and make timely assessments.
• Experience in administering CPAP and BiPAP as well as familiarity with limited equipment usage.

Shift Information

• Night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.
• Weekend requirements based on unit needs and demands.
• 2-shift orientation provided for new staff members.

Additional Notes

• No specific scrub color required; uniforms should be in accordance with departmental policies.
• Floating to other units may be required as needed.
• Preferred holiday requirements will be discussed during the phone interview.