Stroke Medical Surgical RN
About The Position
Overview We are seeking a Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (Days), sometimes referred to as a Med Surge RN at Riverview Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare in Gadsden, AL. These Registered Nurses (RN) play an important role in our hospital by providing comprehensive care to patients who are recovering from surgery, managing acute and chronic illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Med-surg nurses are considered the backbone of hospital nursing due to the variety and volume of patients they manage. Employment Type: Per Diem or PRN Hours : 7:00am - 7:00pm Shifts Available: Days Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health insurance options Employer 401K options Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission. communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans Epic computer charting Qualifications Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: Current and valid state RN License. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current. Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred. Ventilator Management experience preferred. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. #LI-AZ1 Employment Status Per Diem Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf Options Apply for this job online Email this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed
Requirements
- Current and valid state RN License.
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Nice To Haves
- Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.
- Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
- Ventilator Management experience preferred.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Responsibilities
- conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health
- monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions
- recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status
- safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions
- act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met
- provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission.
- communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans
- Epic computer charting
Benefits
- Health insurance options
- Employer 401K options
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