RN - MS

Registered Nurse

Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical-Surgical

Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Night Shift Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 Years in a Client Setting License: Must Have Active License Certifications: BLS Required, IV Certification Required Must-Have: Med-Surg Experience

Description: 2 years of experience in a hospital setting is required. An active nursing license is required. BLS certification is required.

Unit Details: The unit has 36 beds. Patient ratios are typically 1:6, with occasional 1:7 during surge times. Unit staffing includes secretaries and LNAs available for both shifts. The type of equipment used includes telemetry. The documentation system in use is Meditech Expanse.

Scheduling Requirements: Shifts consist of 3 twelve-hour shifts. Every other weekend and rotating holidays are required. Floating Policy: Staff may float to the same level of care.

Patient Experience Requirements: Bedside shift report is conducted. Hourly safety rounding is practiced. Personal connections with patients are emphasized.

Hiring Profile: Advanced skills including IV certification are necessary. Procedures performed in the unit include CBI, wound care, drain management (including chest tubes, Jackson Pratt, etc.), Foley insertion, central line dressing changes, telemetry monitoring, and EKGs as necessary.

Dress Code: Scrubs of any color are required. Unit Guidelines: Unit-specific policies and guidelines will be provided. Additional Information: Self-scheduling is available. Leadership may communicate the need to balance the schedule.