Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team: More Than Just a Job

At our organization, we believe that your work is more than just a career; it’s a true calling.

Position Details

• Worker Type: Regular
• Program: Weekend Program
• Sign-on Bonus: Please consult with your recruiter regarding eligibility for the sign-on bonus!

Benefits Overview

We offer a competitive and affordable health insurance package that includes:

• Daily pay options!
• Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement annually.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• A variety of health insurance plans and wellness programs.
• Retirement plans with employer matching contributions.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

Note: Benefits and eligibility may vary based on position, and certain exclusions may apply.

Job Summary

The role involves delivering direct nursing care in alignment with the established policies, procedures, and protocols of our healthcare organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Enhance the quality of care and life for patients, families, and significant others by evaluating nursing practices systematically.
• Build effective relationships and advocate for patients and their families to create personalized care plans.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Formulate assessment and management strategies considering various dimensions of health and well-being.
• Demonstrate understanding of the effects of illness on patients’ diverse statuses.
• Exhibit leadership by collaborating with patients, families, and the interprofessional team to assess needs and evaluate outcomes.
• Engage in effective communication to ensure culturally sensitive and ethical care.
• Educate patients and families on health promotion and comfort measures.
• Promote a healthy work environment by mentoring nursing colleagues and students.
• Apply evidence-based practices to ensure age-appropriate and clinically relevant nursing care.
• Maintain a state of alertness and safety in all activities.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as per established guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing program or equivalent educational background for licensing.
• Experience: Minimum of one year as a registered nurse.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent oral communication and standing/walking.
• Regular lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent sitting, reaching, and data entry tasks.
• Regular use of vision for near and far distances, as well as color differentiation.
• Frequent auditory communication and detection of sounds.
• Occasional lifting of objects weighing 25-50 lbs and moving patients.
• Occasional bending, stooping, and repetitive movements.
• Rare crawling and running.

Licensure and Certifications

Applicants must hold the following certifications based on their state of work location:

• Illinois: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association and Registered Nurse (RN) license from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
• Missouri: BLS from the American Heart Association and RN license from the Missouri Division of Professional Registration or a Compact State RN license.
• Oklahoma: BLS from the American Heart Association and RN license from a Compact State or the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
• Wisconsin: BLS from the American Heart Association and RN license from a Compact State or the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Work Schedule

Shift: Day Shift (United States)

Job Type: Employee

Department: NSG 8M MED/SURG

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Additional Benefits

We value our outstanding employees and provide a comprehensive benefits package tailored to their needs:

• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly employees to access earned wages before payday (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: We offer upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.