RN - MS

Medical Surgical Registered NurseThis position requires functioning as a Charge Nurse. The nurse will work on a Medical Surgical unit, managing patient care. The typical patient ratio is 1:3 during the day and 1:5 at night. Experience with colostomy care and feeding tube management is preferred. Knowledge of blood product administration and starting IVs is necessary. Nurses will also handle heparin and insulin administration. Experience with total joint replacements is vital for this role. Isolation precautions experience is important to ensure patient safety. Familiarity with the Epic charting system is required. The patient population spans from infants to geriatrics. Common diagnoses include CHF, COPD, total joint replacements, and more. The unit provides care for patients with a variety of medical needs. Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, and social services. The environment offers opportunities to care for diverse patient diagnoses. Candidates must be flexible and willing to float within the facility as needed.