Medical Surgical RN

Prime Healthcare Services; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL seeks a Staff RN for a 6T Medical Surgical unit. The role involves caring for patients recovering from surgery and managing acute/chronic conditions during nights. Per diem employment offers flexible hours and differential pay.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, vital sign monitoring, medication administration, care coordination, and patient education. RN license and BLS are required; ACLS/BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• BLS certification required on hire and maintained.
• ACLS certification preferred and expected within 30 days of hire.
• BSN degree preferred; hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' health.
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators.
• Recognize deterioration signs and respond promptly.
• Safely administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Act as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare team; ensure needs are met.
• Provide patient education on condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments.
• Communicate with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to plan care.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

RN License

BSN preferred

BLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

Job description

Overview

Department: Medical Surgical Acute - 6T

Shift's Available: Nights

Employment Type: PRN

Hours: 7:00PM - 7:00AM ($4 - $8 shift differential)

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL

We are seeking a Staff RN for our 6th tower Medical Surgical unit. A Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, sometimes referred to as a Med Surge Registered Nurse (RN) play an important role in our hospital by providing comprehensive care to patients who are recovering from surgery, managing acute and chronic illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Med-surg nurses are considered the backbone of hospital nursing due to the variety and volume of patients they manage.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health

• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions

• Recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status

• Safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions

• Act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met

• Provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission.

• Communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Current and valid state RN License.

• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.

• Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.

• Ventilator Management experience preferred.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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