Registered Nurse Med/Surg

Dallas Regional Medical Center; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, Texas is seeking a Medical Surgical Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive care for patients recovering from surgery and managing acute or chronic conditions. This per diem/PRN role offers night shifts in a busy hospital environment with variable hours.

The ideal candidate holds a current state RN license; BLS and ACLS certifications are required or preferred, with BSN welcomed. Prior acute care and ventilator management experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire.
• ACLS certificate preferred within 30 days of hire.
• Previous acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Ventilator management experience preferred.
• BSN degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

RN License

BLS

ACLS

Ventilator Management

Acute Care

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Department: Medical Surgical

Shifts Available: Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: Variable

Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center - Mesquite, Texas

We are seeking a Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, sometimes referred to as a Med Surge RN. These Registered Nurses (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. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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