Med Surg RN PRN Nights

About the role

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg PRN Nights at Grandview Medical Center, Unit: Med Surg 8 East, Shift: PRN Nights 7 pm‑7 am. The RN provides patient‑centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, coordinating and delivering high‑quality care based on clinical protocols and physician orders, and collaborating with the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments, documents findings accurately, and reports changes in condition to the care team.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age‑appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration per standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life‑saving interventions such as CPR and code team activities.
• Advocates for patients’ rights and needs, ensuring their voices are heard in care planning.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post‑discharge care.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent healthcare‑associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards and regulatory requirements.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and current nursing standards.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development.
• Telemetry duties: uses telemetry equipment to track heart rhythms, blood pressure, oxygen saturation; analyzes data for trends and abnormalities; provides direct cardiac‑focused patient care; recognizes and responds to emergencies such as cardiac arrest.
• Performs other duties as assigned, maintains regular and reliable attendance, and complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting (required).
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficiency in medication administration and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure (required).
• BCLS – Basic Life Support (required).
• ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred).
• PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred).
• NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation (preferred).
• Refer to facility or unit‑specific guidelines for additional requirements.