Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg Unit

Medical Surgical & CCU RN

As a Registered Nurse on our Medical/Surgical Unit, you will provide direct professional nursing care for medical/surgical patients by utilizing nursing knowledge and critical thinking skills. Performs technical nursing functions, utilizes the nursing process to assess patient status, develop, implement, and evaluate patient care. Ensures a therapeutic and safe environment for patients and families within the guidelines and policies of the department and the philosophy of the organization. This position provides age-specific and developmentally appropriate care for neonate, adolescent, and adult patients. Critical Care Unit (CCU) Nurse: In addition to above, provides direct professional nursing care for critically ill or unstable medical/surgical patients by utilizing nursing knowledge and critical thinking skills. Charge Nurse: In addition to above, partners with the Medical/Surgical Clinical Coordinator to manage the shift operations of the medical/surgical unit. Directs and supervises and supports clinical staff. Maintains clinical competency in all aspects of patient care, assisting staff in decision-making and problem solving regarding patient care. Assists with critical episodes in other departments.

Key Accountabilities

Patient assessment

• Assesses patient's condition based upon observation, examination, and / or interview, laboratory findings, and other pertinent information
• Completes assessment in specified time frame.
• Identifies and consistently recognizes changes in normal and abnormal parameters in the patient's physiological and psychological condition.

Patient care planning

• Uses professional judgement and critical thinking to prepare, prioritize and execute the patient's plan of care consistent with patient assessment data and physician's treatment plans and professional standards of evidence based practice.
• Directs and delegates support personnel in implementing patient's plan of care, provides supervision and guidance.

Patient interventions

• Implements nursing interventions to achieve progress toward expected patient outcomes or to stabilize a patient's condition and / or prevent complications.
• Consistently follows patient care and facility policy and procedures in performance of one's duties. Primary nurse will assist with direct patient care including providing ADLs and answering call lights. ADLs will be the direct responsibility of the primary CCU nurse on all CCU patients (if the patient requires more than 1 assist with regards to ADLs ancillary staff may be asked to assist).
• Renders professional nursing care including administering medications having BMV scores of > 95%, starting intravenous fluids and blood products.
• Performs all technical skills required for unit patient population such as, but not limited to IV venipuncture, restraint application, sterile dressings, etc.

Evaluation of care

• Evaluates and documents patient's response to nursing care and modifies or revises treatment plans, and / or contacts physicians as circumstances require.
• Documentation reflects evaluation of patient response to nursing actions.

Provides patient education

• Provides and documents patient / family education based on diagnosis, treatment plan or prescribed medical regimen in accordance with patient / family readiness and ability to learn.

Qualifications

Staff Nurse:

• Current RN license with the Minnesota Board of Nursing, in good standing
• Current BLS must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Current ACLS must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Current PALS must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Initial Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months.
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Trauma training modules (within 1 year of hire).
• EKG rhythm interpretation (competence must be documented in the first 6 months)
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written English

CCU Nurse required qualifications include:

• Competent in Med/Surg acute care
• Attends and successfully completes CCU core classes unless they have previous CCU experience.
• Current PALS or ENPC certification (if not current will need to obtain in the first 6 months).
• Current TNCC certification (if not current will need to obtain within a year).
• Certified Sedation Course (if not current will need to obtain in the first 6 months) this is a one-time requirement.

Charge Nurse required qualifications include:

• Competency in CCU cares

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one-year current acute care experience

Schedule

• 48 hours per two-week pay period (0.6 FTE)
• Schedule varies based on unit needs: 7:00 a.m.7:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m.7:30 a.m., 11:00 p.m.7:30 a.m., 3:00 p.m.11:30 p.m., 7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m.
• Weekends based on unit needs, no more than 2 weekends out of 6
• Rotating holiday coverage, 2 out of 6 holidays, will not be scheduled to work 2 holidays consecutively

Benefits

• Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage
• Paid Time Off accrued on first paycheck
• Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Discount Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life, accidental death & dismemberment, disability insurance
• Pension Plan (PERA) with a 7.5% company match
• 457(b) retirement plans available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site Continuing Education
• Free on-site parking
• Other benefits include our Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and a variety of savings opportunities, including cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC medication discount from our pharmacy.

About Us

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 800 employees. We're recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact. We're proud to be named to Becker's 2025 list of "100 Great Community Hospitals." Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyonalong with Urgent Care locations in Northfield, Lakeville, and Farmington. We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 23 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here. *This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.