Registered Nurse - Med Unit PRN

Job Summary

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical‑surgical setting. Communicates with physicians, nurse managers, and co‑workers about changes in a patient’s clinical condition, including diagnostic results and symptomatology. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment, and performs general nursing duties in all departments under adequate supervision.

• General knowledge of medications and correct administration based on age and clinical condition.
• Follow the five medication rights to reduce potential medication errors.
• Perform patient care responsibilities tailored to the standard of care for the patient’s age.
• Conduct head‑to‑toe assessments and reassessments on all patients, including pediatric, geriatric, and general population.
• Assess and reassess pain, use appropriate pain‑management techniques, and educate patient and family.
• Provide all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces medical/health‑care errors.
• Revise the plan of care based on patient response to treatment and evaluate its effectiveness daily.
• Formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and assess its effectiveness, involving family as appropriate.
• Communicate clearly and appropriately with nurse manager, co‑workers, and physicians.
• Consult other departments to provide an interdisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Provide age‑appropriate care for pediatric, geriatric, and general populations.
• Assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Remain flexible, organized, and functional under stressful situations.
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity, addressing psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual needs.
• Act as liaison between administration, patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
• Apply knowledge of growth and development over the lifespan to deliver age‑appropriate care.
• Interpret patient data to identify age‑specific needs and deliver appropriate care.
• Interact professionally with patients/families and involve them in care planning.
• Maintain positive working relationships with staff within and outside the department.
• Ensure documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Identify and address psychosocial needs; coordinate with Social Services/Discharge Planner for in‑hospital and post‑discharge needs.
• Operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Coordinate and supervise patient care performed by subordinates.
• Use Chart Access to complete required documentation of patient care activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the department supervisor or administration.

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current state license as a registered nurse.
• Current BLS Healthcare certification.
• ACLS certification desired.

• Good physical and mental health and stamina.
• Ability to lift and move moderate to heavy objects.
• Tolerance of prolonged periods of walking and/or standing.
• Occasional work‑related stress due to workload pressures.
• Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, hazardous materials and waste, airborne disease.
• Occasional repetitive exposure to unpleasant conditions: odors, dirt, grease/oil, noise, temperature fluctuations.
• Basic dexterity—eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to function properly under pressure, stress, and emergencies.

• Successful completion of arrhythmia/EKG interpretation course.
• Basic computer knowledge.

• Entry level

• Part‑time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care