Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical (Med/Surg)

Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical (Med/Surg)

POSITION TYPE: Registered Nurse (RN)

SPECIALTY UNIT: Medical Surgical - Med/Surg

LOCATION: Eureka, CA

SHIFT: Days

JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent

We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Medical Surgical Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team. If you are a dedicated and experienced nurse with a passion for medical-surgical nursing, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our healthcare family.

Job Summary:

As a Medical Surgical Registered Nurse at our facility, you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care to a diverse patient population. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care within the medical-surgical unit. Your dedication to patient well-being and your clinical expertise will make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Care: Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals admitted to the medical-surgical unit, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout their hospital stay.
2. Assessment: Perform thorough patient assessments, including health history reviews and physical examinations, to develop individualized care plans.
3. Medication Administration: Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosing and monitoring for adverse reactions.
4. Documentation: Maintain detailed electronic health records, including assessments, care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
5. Collaboration: Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and ancillary staff, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
6. Patient Education: Provide patients and their families with education and support regarding their medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care instructions.
7. Safety: Adhere to infection control protocols, safety guidelines, and ethical standards to maintain a safe and healing environment.
8. Critical Thinking: Utilize critical thinking skills to assess complex patient situations, make informed decisions, and respond effectively to emergencies.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• California Registered Nurse License upon hire
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire
• Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certificate - NIH Stroke Scale Training Course within 90 days of hire
• 1 year of nursing experience

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Supportive work environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.