Registered Nurse RN MedSurg

Registered Nurse MedSurg Night Shift

Primary City/State: Sterling, Colorado

Department Name: Med/Surg-Hosp

Work Shift: Night

Job Category: Nursing

Hiring Incentive Available $20,000.00 for 1 year or more of experience as an RN or $10,000.00 New Grads. Relocation Assistance Also Available

Banner Health has earned Great Place To Work Certification for the third consecutive year. We're committed to a workplace culture where team members trust the people they work for, take genuine pride in their work, and enjoy collaborating with colleagues.

Join our exceptional nursing team at Sterling Regional Medical Center! We're seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for our MedSurg Unit to become part of a collaborative, close-knit team that prioritizes patient safety and quality care.

What Makes Us Special

• Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside a great team of nurses who support each other and work closely together
• Award-Winning Safety: Recognized for outstanding patient safety metrics
• Varied Patient Care: Experience diverse patient populations and conditions in our medical/surgical unit
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to develop your skills in a supportive environment

Position Details

• Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Schedule: Varied days with rotating weekends and holidays
• Unit Type: Medical/Surgical (no special services)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and records
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Monitor patient conditions and respond appropriately to changes
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and care plans
• Uphold our commitment to exceptional patient safety standards

Why Banner Health?

At Banner Health, we're committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and supporting our team members. Join us and be part of a healthcare organization that values teamwork, safety, and professional excellence.

Since 1938, Sterling Regional MedCenter has been the center of healthcare excellence in Northeast Colorado providing care for more than 20,000 members in Logan County, and over 50,000 people in its larger market. Sterling Regional MedCenter is licensed for 25 beds with both Medical/Surgical and Intensive Care Units, as well as full Women and Infant Services. For obstetrics, Sterling utilizes a computerized intelligent OB program designed to reduce the chance of complications during labor. As a level III trauma designated hospital, Sterling has 24/7 coverage for Emergency Medicine, Anesthesia, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Imaging, Family Medicine/Peds, and Rehabilitation. Sterling boasts cutting edge technology facilitating telehealth access for sub-specialty and tertiary services and state-of-the-art equipment in Imaging, Laboratory, Operating Suites, Emergency Department, and Inpatient Units. The hospital continues to invest facility upgrades and new equipment. Attached to the hospital is the David Walsh Cancer Center, which provides both Medical and Radiation Oncology, with a beautiful infusion center and new linear accelerator. Sterling Regional is the only rural hospital in Colorado with a linear accelerator. In addition, Sterling Regional MedCenter is closely integrated with our Family Medicine and Surgical Specialty Clinics and the hospital and clinics are part of a 2-year, rural training track residency program affiliated with the University of Northern Colorado. Lastly, Sterling Regional MedCenter is one of Logan County's largest employers with approximately 300 employees and more than 20 physicians representing ten specialties and has been voted Best Employer in Northeastern Colorado for three years in a row.

Position Summary

This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

Core Functions

• 1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
• 2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient's status.
• 3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.
• 4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
• 5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• 6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.
• 7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.
• 8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range:

$30.95 - $51.59 / hour

Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.