Registered Nurse (RN) Position Overview The Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in the MedSurg unit with a focus on renal patients. The role requires expertise in managing a variety of medical conditions and is vital for providing high-quality patient care. Key Responsibilities • Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients with medical-surgical conditions, including congestive heart failure, hypertension, COPD exacerbations, and acute renal failure. • Monitor patient vitals and assess medical needs, implementing appropriate interventions accordingly. • Titrate medications such as analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives as per physician orders. • Collaborate with the healthcare team to facilitate patient recovery and discharge planning. • Participate in unit orientation and ongoing professional education. • Float to varied units as required to meet organizational needs, with potential for floating to ICU, PCU/Stepdown, and other medical-surgical units. Work Schedule • Night shift with a length of 12 hours. • Guaranteed 36 hours per week. • Weekend commitment of a minimum of six shifts per six-week schedule. • Flexible self-scheduling and block scheduling options available. Qualifications • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a medical-surgical setting. • Current certifications in ACLS and BLS (AHA). • Knowledge and ability to utilize CPAP, BiPap, and high-flow equipment. • Experience in reading telemetry strips is desirable. • TNCC and NIHSS certifications are preferred. Unit Details • 22-bed capacity within the Med/Surg unit. • Nurse to patient ratio is 1:4. • Nurse aides are available with a ratio of 1:50. Work Environment This role will involve direct patient care in a fast-paced medical-surgical setting, with an emphasis on providing high-quality nursing care, effective communication, and teamwork. Strong clinical judgment and the ability to adapt to changing demands are essential. Orientation & Training All new hires will participate in a designated orientation week to acclimate to unit procedures and protocols. Attendance is required. Dress Code Scrub attire in navy blue is required.