RN - Med Surg

Registered Nurse (RN)Location: City, StateUnit Specifics:Number of Beds: 36Patient Ratios: 1:4 / 1:5Unit Staffing: Secretary present daily, PRN techs availableType of Equipment: PD Cyclers, Welch Allyn VS Carts, Hoyer Lift, Broda Chairs, Alaris IV PumpsDocumentation System: MeditechScheduling Requirements: 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week blockFloating Policy: Will float over core staff as neededPatient Experience Requirements:Bedside shift reportSafety checks every 1-2 hoursFocus on communication and responsivenessMust Have: BLS, NIHSS certificationsJob Responsibilities:WoundsTracheostomy careOstomy careManagement of drains and chest tubesCaring for patients with strokes and seizuresSupport for patients requiring dialysis or PCA pumpsAdministration of Heparin as the only drip medicationPost-Operative Procedures on the Unit:AmputationsOstomy careManagement of drains and chest tubesOral surgeriesWound vacsDress Code:Scrubs: Navy, Blue, White, Black, Gray, Ceil BlueUnit Guidelines and Policies:HAI prevention: CVC and Foley monitoring with standard precautionsFall prevention protocolsDCL Lounge/Throughput procedures100% medication scanning, including controlled substancesAttendance as per unit policyThe team is characterized by great collaboration, youthful energy, and a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes. Leadership is supportive, ensuring smooth integration into the team and upholding core accountability and recognition standards.