Medical Surgical

Registered Nurse - Surge Unit

Nights (12-hour shifts, 36 hours weekly- with every other weekend requirements)

$15,000 Bonus eligible!!! (Paid in 3, 6, and 12 months)

Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program up to $20,000

The surge unit is a 14 bed unit that specializes in providing inpatient level of care to patients who are awaiting inpatient bed placement. We specialize in cardiac/telemetry and medical/surgical patients. The surge unit is overseen by the CICU inpatient managers. This position is based in the CICU, primarily assigned to the Surge Unit, with the expectation that you will float to other areas as needed.

Strong teamwork and communication skills preferred as there will be collaboration with the ER and inpatient units. The surge RN has a 1:4 patient ratio and LNA 1:14.

The surge nurse delivers care to patients and families with needs ranging from basic to complex utilizing the nursing process. Creates a therapeutic and caring environment for patients and families. Practices in a manner consistent with the Elliot Hospital Interprofessional Practice model; the ANA’s Social Policy Statement, Scope and Standards of Practice, and the Nursing Code of Ethics; and relevant specialty standards of practice.

Innovation & Inspiration

Embraces and promotes change to support optimal patient outcomes and an effective professional practice environment.

Collaboration & Continuity in Caring

Involves patient/family in goal setting and planning, and communicates that plan of care to patient and family for input; and to colleagues to ensure seamless care across shifts and settings.

Accountability

Demonstrates accountability for continued professional growth and development.

Demonstrates accountability for own role in smooth operations of unit.

Demonstrates the ability to recognize and manage rapidly changing situations.

Respect & Role Modeling

Utilizes current evidence and relevant national/specialty standards to guide practice and/or performance and identifies areas for improvement.

Demonstrates competent clinical practice utilizing clinical decision making and critical thinking skills.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Current New Hampshire, compact, or multistate licensure as Registered Nurse required.

Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment. ACLS preferred.