MedSurg RN

Roundup, MT

RN Short Stay Unit (SSU)

RN Registered Nurse

Critical Access 25 bed facility. Strong leadership team that is tight knit and works closely with the team. It is a unique place a hospital and clinic all in one.

A Short Stay Unit (SSU) is a hospital unit designed to provide brief, targeted care for patients who require short-term interventions or observation, typically with expected lengths of stay of 24-72 hours. It aims to reduce hospital stays and streamline care for specific conditions, often for patients who are ready to be discharged once their condition stabilizes. 

Job description:

A short stay unit (SSU) nurse job description typically involves providing specialized care for patients who require brief hospitalization, typically less than 5 days. The nurse's responsibilities include assessing, planning, and implementing care plans, administering medications and treatments, and ensuring patients are discharged promptly when clinically ready. 

• Purpose:

SSUs are intended for patients who need a brief period of observation, treatment, or diagnosis, but don't require the full resources of a traditional inpatient stay. 

• Patient Population:

They serve patients with conditions like minor illnesses, those recovering from surgery, or individuals needing observation following an emergency department visit. 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal patient/resident care environment in critical access hospital and emergency department  

 Utilization of personal computers and information systems

·            This job requires use of respiratory protection which will require respirator fit testing and medical clearance to wear a respirator.

·            Participates in on-call rotations for night, weekend and/or holiday support. 

 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·            Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 

·            Bachelors degree in nursing preferred but not required will accept ADN

·            One (1) year of nursing experience in medical/surgical or in specialty clinical area preferred.

·            Current Montana state license as a registered nurse required

·            Healthcare Provider CPR Certification required