Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for our MedSurg unit. The ideal candidate will possess the skills necessary to provide high-quality patient care within a collaborative healthcare environment. Unit Details • Unit Type: Med Surg (Medical Surgical) • Unit Beds: 14 • Nurse:Patient Ratios: 1:4 • Common Diagnoses: Congestive heart failure (CHF), hypertension, chest pain work-ups, COPD exacerbations, asthma, pneumonia, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, gastrointestinal bleeding, and acute renal failure. Shift Information • Shift: Nights • Shift Length: 12 hours • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week • Weekend Requirement: Full and part-time employees are expected to self-schedule a minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week schedule. • Holiday Requirement: Yes Responsibilities The Registered Nurse will be responsible for: • Providing patient care and support based on their medical needs. • Titrating medications and managing drips, including analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives. • Monitoring vital signs and interpreting telemetry strips. RNs are required to assess and escalate any concerning findings to a physician. • Assisting with the orientation of new staff members. • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient-centered care. Qualifications • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience. • Required Certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA). • Experience working in a rural setting, adapting to lower resources and patient volumes. Additional Information • Self-scheduling and block scheduling are available. • Orientation will be conducted in the state where employment will take place. • Staff may be asked to float to other departments based on patient acuity and departmental needs. • Dress Code: Navy Blue scrubs are required. Ideal candidates will be committed to providing compassionate care and will have a thorough understanding of the complexities involved in managing diverse patient populations.