General Surgery RN

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Alabama is seeking a Registered Nurse to supervise nursing personnel and ensure quality patient care. The RN will be responsible for patient assessments, care planning, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Candidates must possess an active RN license and a degree in Nursing, with a BSN preferred. This full-time role involves both independent and team-based work in a fast-paced environment, offering the opportunity to impact patient health outcomes positively.

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure required.
• BLS certification required.
• Additional certifications may be needed based on assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing personnel during shifts.
• Utilize nursing process for patient assessments and care.
• Collaborate with healthcare clinicians for patient care.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Customer service resolution

Education

Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Summary

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 degree 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 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. 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 RN

Position Title

RN Registered Nurse

Job Type

Regular-Full time

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)