Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: Medical-Surgical
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 2 years
License: Active RN License
Certifications: BLS, NIH, CPI preferred
Must-Have:
Strong assessment skills
Experience with IV Pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing cabinets
Description:
This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Medical-Surgical care.
The unit consists of 25 beds with a patient ratio of 5-6:1 during the day and 6:1 at night.
During the day, the unit is supported by a Unit Secretary and 2-3 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs).
Night shifts have 2-3 PCTs available for support.
Types of equipment used in the unit include Sara Steady, Wound Vac, Telehealth, Virtual Sitter equipment, and remote telemetry.
The documentation system utilized is Meditech.
Scheduling requirements include working every other weekend (Saturday, Sunday) with flexible weekdays.
There is a PRN floating policy, commonly floating among Medical-Surgical units.
Patient experience protocols include BSSR and hourly rounding.
Advanced skills required include IV and Foley catheter placement.
Dress code mandates the wearing of black or royal blue scrubs.
Prospective candidates should note any specific policies and guidelines related to the unit that may apply.
Additional enticing factors include new equipment and technology, as well as the tenure and experience of the staff.
Schedule options may also provide additional appeal for potential applicants.