RN - MS

Registered Nurse

This position is in a small community hospital. The hospital has 100 licensed beds. The medical unit has 28 beds. Average daily patient census is variable. The RN patient ratio is 1:4-5 during the day and 1:4-7 at night. CNA patient ratio is 1:8. Accepting first-time travelers. Common patient diagnoses include pneumonia, orthopedics, cardiac issues, stroke, and various respiratory problems. Required skills for RNs include assessments, medication administration, communication with the physician team, and basic wound care. RNs will need to perform IV starts and care as well as cardiac rhythm interpretation. CNA skills include capped IV removal, foley care, and glucometer point-of-care testing. Staff support includes a charge RN, phlebotomist, and 24/7 respiratory therapy. Virtual RN assistance is available during daytime hours for admissions and discharges. Floating may occur within the scope of practice, including potentially taking a Medical-Surgical patient assignment anywhere in the facility. Weekend rotation could be every other weekend, and holiday expectations involve every other holiday. Scrub color should be any solid color that is professional without graphics or logos.