General Surgery 6N RN

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, AL seeks a RN - Registered Nurse to provide care coordination and supervision of nursing staff on shift, including weekends/holidays. You will apply the nursing process in assessments, planning, and interventions, collaborating with physicians to ensure quality patient care.

The role requires active RN licensure, BLS, and a BSN is preferred. ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required depending on area. This is a regular full-time position with first shift.

Qualifications

• Degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Active RN licensure required; BLS required.
• Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc.) may be required depending upon area assigned.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing personnel on shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Utilize the nursing process for patient assessment, planning, and interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and other clinicians to plan and implement patient care.

Skills

Observation

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Highlights

The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care. This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

Degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.

License / Certification

Active RN licensure required; BLS required. Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc.) may be required depending upon area assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to observe, assess, and record work, safety, and infection control standards.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility for 80% of the workday. Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. Frequent reaching, use of hands, and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing or pulling up to 150 pounds. Requires occasional speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Requires continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job‑related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center South

Job

General Surgery 6N RN

Job Type

Regular‑Full time

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Position

RN - Registered Nurse