Registered Nurse Medical Surgical

Job Summary:


The Registered Nurse in Medical Surgical specialty is responsible for delivering skilled nursing care to patients in a critical access, magnet, and teaching hospital setting. This role involves managing a patient caseload with a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio during night shifts, performing clinical duties such as starting IVs, patient assessments, medication administration, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The nurse will float between two Med Surg units as needed and must maintain active licensure in Illinois or be in the application process. Strong communication, clinical competency, and adaptability to hospital protocols are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care to medical/surgical patients during 12-hour night shifts.
• Manage a patient ratio of 1 nurse to 6 patients effectively.
• Perform patient assessments, start IVs, administer medications, and monitor patient conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
• Float between two Med Surg units as required to meet facility needs.
• Document patient care accurately using Cerner electronic health records.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse license in Illinois or in application process with ETA.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in medical-surgical nursing.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience starting IVs.
• Ability to work night shifts (1900-0730) with a 3x12 schedule.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• ACLS certification preferred.
• Experience with Cerner electronic health record system.
• Previous work experience in a teaching hospital environment.
• Community hospital experience.

Special Considerations:

• Will work every other weekend.
• No on-call requirement.
• Must float within scope of practice between two Med Surg units.
• Discuss time off requests and block scheduling with manager.
• Parking permit required but provided at no cost.
• Guaranteed hours with possible client call-offs up to 36 hours per thirteen weeks without penalty.

Scheduling:

• Three 12-hour night shifts per week (1900 to 0730).
• Schedule includes every other weekend work.
• Open to discussing block schedule accommodations with management.