Med Surg Clinical Nurse - Nights

Azza HealthCare Agency; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care on a Medical-Surgical unit, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to nursing standards.

The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, home care, and medication administration, with collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to promote safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Nursing education: diploma or associate degree required; BSN preferred.
• RN licensure is mandatory.
• New graduates may apply; 2+ years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient- and family-centered care, including illness management, home care, and medication administration.
• Ensures patient safety and quality compliance while engaging in professional development.
• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans with patients, families, and the health care team.
• Assesses physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs with sensitivity to patient values.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Professional growth

Patient safety

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care on a Medical-Surgical unit, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, home care, and medication administration.
• Participates in ensuring patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while engaging in professional development.
• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans collaboratively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Uses critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and barriers.
• Works in a safety-sensitive environment, maintaining alertness and safety at all times.

Qualifications

• Educational requirements include a Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Licensure as an RN is required.
• No prior experience necessary; 2+ years of experience is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong assessment and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to professional growth and patient safety.

Additional Information

• Offers benefits such as comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.
• Supports career advancement through a structured RN career ladder that promotes professional development, leadership, and increased compensation.