RN Medical / Surgical

Job Overview: The Medical/Surgical RN provides comprehensive care to patients who are recovering from surgical procedures or managing complex medical conditions. This role requires a high level of expertise in medical-surgical nursing practices, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with a healthcare team.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitoring vital signs and symptoms, and reporting any significant changes to the physician.
• Operating and tracking medical equipment.
• Running and ordering tests as required and interpreting results.
• Coordinating care with physicians and specialists.
• Charting patient progress and maintaining accurate health records.
• Educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
• Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• BLS/ACLS certification.
• Proven experience as a Medical-Surgical Nurse.
• Strong knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination, etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times.
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Responsible and compassionate.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical-surgical setting.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced medical/surgical unit within a hospital or healthcare facility.

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