RN - Med/Surg Inpatient

Position Overview

Seeking a registered nurse for an NT6 Observation unit with a 35-bed capacity, providing acute care for diverse conditions including cardiac, surgery, and behavioral health. Patients typically stay 24-48 hours. The unit operates in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6, working closely with physicians and ancillary staff.

Responsibilities

• Performing comprehensive assessments and developing care plans
• Documenting nursing care accurately
• Administering interventions such as IVs, Foley, NG insertions, and telemetry monitoring
• Ensuring patient and staff safety, reporting hazards
• Communicating effectively and providing peer support
• Assessing IV sites every 4 hours and maintaining documentation standards
• Participating in staff meetings and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• RN license and BLS certification
• Minimum 1-year RN experience
• Nursing diploma