Medical Surgical RN

Prime Healthcare; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $15,000

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Medical-Surgical RN for Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL. Shifts run 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM with a $2–$6 shift differential. Full-time employment with a strong team-based culture awaits you.

Current RN license and BLS are required; ACLS within 30 days is preferred. New grads welcome to join a collaborative, patient‑centered care environment committed to growth and excellence.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate on hire and maintained.
• Current ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintained (preferred).
• Acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Ventilator management experience preferred.
• BSN degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients.
• Monitor vital signs and fluid balances to detect changes.
• Recognize signs of deterioration and respond promptly.
• Safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular).
• Act as liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Provide patient education on conditions, options, and lifestyle adjustments.

Skills

Care coordination

Patient education

Communication with team

New grads welcome

Education

State RN License

BLS certification

ACLS certification

BSN degree preferred

Ventilator management experience

Tools

Epic charting

Job description

Bonus Amount

15000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Department: Medical Surgical Acute 6T

Shift’s Available: Days

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours: 7:00AM - 7:00PM ($2 - $6 Shift Differential)

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL

Some hospitals offer a job.

We offer a team.

At Riverview Regional Medical Center, our medical surgical nurses support each other, collaborate successes together, and provide exceptional care to our patients every day.

Our Medical Surgical Registered Nurses (RNs) 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.

Whether you're a seasonal RN or just beginning your nursing journey, we will help you develop your skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.

Come grow with us!

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
• Epic computer charting
• New grads welcome!

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.
• 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.

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf