Med Surg_Slvhcs_New Orleans,La

MED SURG RN:

Job Summary:

A Med-Surg RN is responsible for providing direct patient care to individuals with a variety of medical and surgical conditions. This includes monitoring patient conditions, administering treatments and medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure effective and efficient care.

• Patient Assessment:
  • Perform comprehensive nursing assessments on patients.
  • Monitor vital signs and physical condition regularly.
  • Assess patient needs, concerns, and responses to treatments.
• Care Planning and Implementation:
  • Develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and conditions.
  • Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and interventions.
  • Provide wound care, manage IV lines, and assist with post-surgical care.
• Patient
  
  Education:
  • Educate patients and their families about health conditions, medications, and recovery plans.
  • Provide guidance on lifestyle modifications for better health outcomes.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with doctors, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team rounds and provide input into care plans.
• Monitoring and Documentation:
  • Continuously monitor patients for changes in condition and report any significant changes to the medical team.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care in the medical record.
• Safety and Infection Control:
  • Follow safety protocols and infection control guidelines to prevent the spread of diseases.
  • Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
• Emotional Support:
  • Provide emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, injury, or recovery.
  • Offer comfort and ensure patients are comfortable during their hospital stay.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with a valid RN license.
• Licensure/Certification:
  Active and unencumbered RN license in any of the 50 state in United States.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in a med-surg or related healthcare setting is often preferred, but not always required.
• Skills:
  
  Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills.
• Skills:
  
  Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Skills:
  
  Excellent communication skills to interact with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Skills:
  
  Knowledge of medical and surgical procedures, patient care techniques, and pharmacology.