RN Medical Surgical

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in this Medical/Surgical role provides skilled nursing care primarily in a surgical department with some medical overlap, ensuring comprehensive patient management. Key functions include patient assessments, medication administration, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The nurse supports a 35-private-room floor with a focus on quality care in a fast-paced hospital environment, requiring at least 2 years of relevant experience and multiple specialty certifications. Responsibilities: Required Skills & Certifications:

• Active Illinois Registered Nurse license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience in hospital or related settings.
• Clinical skills in medical/surgical nursing, medication administration, and patient assessment.
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Advanced certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, OCN, or specialty unit certifications (e.g., ICU, ER, Cardiac Care, Recovery Room).
• Experience in specialized units including Intensive Care Units, Progressive Care Units, Emergency Room, Cardiac Catheterization, and others listed.
• Comfort and proficiency in high-acuity patient care and complex clinical environments.

Special Considerations:

• Shift supervisor support and patient care techs available per shift.
• Agency scheduling for every other weekend with flexibility for holiday requests.
• Work environment includes private patient rooms and multiple nursing stations.
• Must be prepared to work in fast-paced, high-acuity hospital settings with diverse patient populations.

Scheduling:

• Shift assignments include day, evening, and night shifts as determined by department needs.
• Typically scheduled every other weekend with some agency coverage.
• Manager is open to discussing holiday scheduling requests.