Registered Nurse; RN - Medical-Surgical

Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical-Surgical at Saint Mary's Regional Health System summary:
As a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Medical-Surgical unit at Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center, you provide compassionate patient care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. You manage nurse staffing, coordinate patient flow, and respond to emergencies to ensure high-quality care delivery.

Your role also includes mentoring nursing staff, maintaining compliance with healthcare policies, and enhancing patient wellbeing through skilled interventions.
Your experience matters:

Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
AtSaint Mary's Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As aRegistered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Department/Unit Summary
Join our team in the Medical Surgical unit where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). With a 1:6 nurse to patient ratio, you will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Staffing and Scheduling:

Manage nurse schedules to ensure adequate coverage across all units, addressing gaps due to absences or increased patient acuity. €‹

• Resource Allocation:

Assign nursing staff based on patient needs, acuity levels, and staff competencies to optimize care delivery. €‹

• Crisis Management:

Respond to emergencies such as patient crises, natural disasters, or security incidents, implementing appropriate protocols and coordinating with relevant departments. €‹

• Communication:

Serve as the liaison between nursing staff, physicians, patients, families, and hospital administration, ensuring effective information flow and addressing concerns promptly. €‹

• Policy Enforcement:

Uphold hospital policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards. €‹

• Patient Flow Coordination:

Monitor patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to maintain optimal bed utilization and reduce bottlenecks in patient care services. €‹

• Mentorship and Support:

Provide guidance and support to nursing staff, addressing clinical questions, facilitating professional development, and promoting a positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Staffing and Scheduling:

Manage nurse schedules to ensure adequate coverage across all units, addressing gaps due to absences or increased patient acuity. €‹

• Resource Allocation:

Assign nursing staff based on patient needs, acuity levels, and staff competencies to optimize care delivery. €‹

• Crisis Management:

Respond to emergencies such as patient crises, natural disasters, or security incidents, implementing appropriate protocols and coordinating with relevant departments. €‹

• Communication:

Serve as the liaison between nursing staff, physicians, patients, families, and hospital administration, ensuring effective information flow and addressing concerns promptly. €‹

• Policy Enforcement:

Uphold hospital policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards. €‹

• Patient Flow Coordination:

Monitor patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to maintain optimal bed utilization and reduce bottlenecks in patient care services. €‹

• Mentorship and Support:

Provide guidance and support to nursing staff, addressing clinical questions, facilitating professional development, and promoting a positive work environment.
How you'll contribute
You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys…