Registered Nurse RN Medical-Surgical

Lifepoint Health®; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare provider in Elko, Nevada, is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Medical-Surgical department. The role involves providing direct patient care and requires an Associate's Degree in Nursing, along with a current RN license. Additional certifications such as BCLS are mandatory, while ACLS and PALS are preferred. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in diverse patient populations ranging from neonates to older adults.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in state of practice is required.
• Education requirement is an Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• BCLS certification is mandatory; ACLS and PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care using the nursing process.
• Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.
• Serves diverse patient populations from neonate to older adult.

Skills

Patient care

Knowledge of nursing process

Effective communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical

Position Summary:
Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

Essential Functions Additional Information

• Patient Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.
• Exposure: Regular occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials.
• Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, and repetitive hand/arm movements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education and Licensure

• Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• License/Certifications: Current RN license in state of practice; BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and Handle with Care preferred.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.