Acute Medicine RN (Full-Time, Days)
About the role
This position involves providing direct patient care in a 25-bed Acute Care Medicine unit, primarily managing Med Surg and occasional trach patients. Responsibilities include assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care within established standards, promoting patient and family-centered care, and educating on illness management and post-treatment needs. The nurse collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to develop and communicate individualized care plans, ensuring patient safety and quality compliance. Critical skills include evaluating physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences, and maintaining safety standards. This role is integral to a top-ranked hospital recognized for nursing excellence and multidisciplinary patient care.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care, including assessments and care planning.
- Educate patients and families on managing health conditions and medications.
- Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.
- Maintain safety-sensitive responsibilities, working alertly and safely at all times.
Qualifications
- Minimum education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree; preferred Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
- Licensure: Active RN license required.
- Experience: No prior experience necessary; preferred two years' experience for advanced roles.
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Patient education
Pay
Competitive compensation with shift differentials.
Benefits
- Health coverage
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Paid time off
- Other resources to support well-being