Registered Nurse - Med/Surg

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Bartlett (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for a Med/Surg role in Bartlett, TN. You will provide direct and indirect patient care, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to improve outcomes and safety.

The position requires RN licensure with BLS certification (ACLS/PALS preferred) and solid computer literacy. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS/PALS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and develop appropriate care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications and perform clinical procedures.
• Educate patients and families, addressing learning needs and psychosocial aspects.
• Communicate effectively with team members and assist physicians with procedures.
• Ensure cost-effective use of supplies and prioritize patient needs efficiently.
• Promote patient safety and uphold patient dignity, rights, and autonomy.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Skills

Patient care

Team communication

Patient education

Lifelong learning

Safety and ethics

Education

RN licensure

BLS certification

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct and indirect patient care in a Med/Surg Surgical setting by assessing patients, administering medications, and performing treatments. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensures safety and quality care.

Role Overview

Provides direct and indirect patient care in a Med/Surg Surgical setting by assessing patients, administering medications, and performing treatments. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensures safety and quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions accurately and develop appropriate care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications and perform clinical procedures.
• Educate patients and families, addressing learning needs and psychosocial aspects.
• Communicate effectively with team members and assist physicians with procedures.
• Ensure cost-effective use of supplies and prioritize patient needs efficiently.
• Promote patient safety and uphold patient dignity, rights, and autonomy.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure and BLS certification (within 14 days of hire).
• Computer literacy required; ACLS/PALS certifications preferred.