RN - Med Surg

Job Opportunity

Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical/Telemetry

Shift Details:

• Shift Type: Night
• Hours: 3x12 hours (19:00 - 07:30)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Floating: Required as needed

Position Overview:

The Registered Nurse (RN) for Medical Surgical/Telemetry will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. This position requires a minimum of 1 year of experience within the last 3 years in Med-Surg, Telemetry, or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) settings. Experience with neurotrauma stepdown care and NIHSS certification is preferred.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience in MS/Tele/PCU within the last 3 years.
• Telemetry experience is a requirement.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and manage dysrhythmias.
• Knowledge of O2 protocols and non-invasive airway management.
• Experience managing cardiac drips (e.g., nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, Nicardipine).

Unit Details:

• Type of Facility: Short Term Acute Care
• Total Staffed Beds: 569
• Charting System: Epic
• Patient Ratios: RN - 1:4-6; CNA - 1:6-13 on days and 1:10-13 on nights
• Daily Census: 30 patients
• Unit: Surgical Neuro Trauma Care Unit (30-bed unit)

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patient vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on health management and disease prevention.
• Participate in rapid response team activation when necessary.

Additional Information:

This position offers the opportunity to work in a Magnet-designated, teaching, Level II trauma center, ideally suited for RNs looking to advance their careers. The Surgical Neuro Trauma Care Unit is newly established with plans to evolve into a Surgical Neuro Trauma ICU/IMCU unit. Applicants must possess experience managing telemetry patients and be comfortable in a dynamic care environment.

Location:

City: Salem, OR

Application Process:

If you meet the qualifications outlined above and are interested in applying for this opportunity, please submit your application for consideration.