Med-Surg RN

vTech Solution; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

vTech Solution is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 4 North Med-Surg Nights unit. The role covers the night shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) in a 13-bed unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio, providing skilled care, assessments, and care planning in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include medication administration, documentation, and patient-family education, with emphasis on high-quality, timely care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience preferred, especially in medical-surgical settings.
• Strong clinical assessment and medication administration skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and document findings.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to changes in condition.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide patient and family education regarding care and treatment.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and rounds.

Skills

RN license

1+ year experience

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Communication skills

Teamwork

BSN preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse on 4 North Med-Surg Nights is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to patients in a medical-surgical unit during the night shift. This role involves patient assessments, medication administration, treatment planning, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care in a 13-bed unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio. The nurse must demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and document findings.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to changes in condition.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide patient and family education regarding care and treatment.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and rounds.

Required Skills & Certifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience preferred, especially in medical-surgical settings.
• Strong clinical assessment and medication administration skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Experience working night shifts in a hospital setting.
• Previous experience with electronic medical record systems.
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Basic Life Support (BLS).

Special Considerations

• Night shift position with hours from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
• Patient ratio of 1 nurse to 5 patients.
• Work performed in a 13-bed medical-surgical unit.
• Must be able to respond effectively in emergencies and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Scheduling

• Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
• Shift assignments based on unit staffing and patient care needs.