Magnet-Recognized Med/Surg RN Sign-On Bonus

Methodist Hospitals; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals in Merrillville, IN, seeks a Registered Nurse for the Medical Surgical Unit. Join a Magnet recognized team and contribute to high-quality patient care; sign-on bonus and competitive benefits offered.

The role emphasizes medication administration, patient assessment, patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams; rigorous standards and ongoing learning are expected.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to administer medications per policy and procedure.
• Ability to follow National Patient Safety Goals.
• Ability to interpret lab and diagnostic results.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications within the scope of practice and hospital policies.
• Assesses, evaluates, interprets and documents patients' physical and mental status.
• Identifies patient care requirements via rapport with patients and families and coordinates with multidisciplinary teams.
• Educates patients and significant others about condition, medications and self-care, answering questions.
• Ensures quality of care by adhering to standards and measuring outcomes; assists with care adjustments.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment and protects patient information per HIPAA.
• Pursues ongoing professional development and participates in professional societies.
• Completes annual competency and regulatory education.
• Contributes to team goals by achieving results measured by Press Ganey/HCAPS and Model of Care.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Education

College Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor’s in Nursing (preferred)

Licensed Registered Nurse

CPR Certification

Job description

Methodist Hospitals in Merrillville, IN, seeks a Registered Nurse for the Medical Surgical Unit. Join a Magnet recognized team and contribute to high-quality patient care; sign-on bonus and competitive benefits offered.

The role emphasizes medication administration, patient assessment, patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams; rigorous standards and ongoing learning are expected.