RN 3A Med Surg Tele FT Nights

Commonspirit; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN for their Med Surg Tele unit. This full-time role involves overseeing patient care operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and patient satisfaction, you'll play a crucial role in fostering a therapeutic environment. The position offers a competitive salary, a generous sign-on bonus, and opportunities for student loan repayment, making it an attractive option for nursing professionals looking to advance their careers.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $25,000

Up to $24,000 in student loan repayment

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse Licensure in Kentucky or eNLC licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises personnel and manages patient care assignments.
• Maintains clinical standards and supports the care team.
• Monitors staffing productivity and ensures resource alignment.

Skills

Patient Care

Supervision

Problem Solving

Resource Management

Communication

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Join to apply for the RN 3A Med Surg Tele FT Nights role at CommonSpirit Health

Responsibilities

This position is accountable for the daily patient care operations of the assigned department, working under the direction of the Nurse Manager on assigned shifts. Responsible for daily patient care assignments, maintaining clinical standards of care, maintaining labor productivity, supervising the patient care environment, and supporting the care team. Supports the activities of the Nurse Manager and maintains positive relationships within and between departments. Directs patient throughput activities in the assigned unit and maintains evidence-based nursing practices to achieve desirable patient outcomes in accordance with the Kentucky Nurse Practice Act.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

1. Provides direct supervision of personnel practicing on Nursing Units, makes patient care assignments, evaluates assignments, facilitates patient throughput, and directly observes staff performance during their shift.
2. Proactively manages resources to support staff and maintain a therapeutic environment for patients.
3. Monitors staffing productivity and ensures resources align with patient care needs.
4. Communicates personnel concerns to the Unit Manager.
5. Uses systematic approaches to problem-solving.
6. Facilitates patient experience best practices on the unit (e.g., hourly rounding).
7. Maintains professional standards on the unit and holds staff accountable for behaviors and attitudes.
8. Maintains confidentiality and assists with audits and data collection as needed.
9. Contributes to the efficient operation of the department.
10. Performs direct patient care and manages an assigned group of patients as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program.
• Active Registered Nurse Licensure in Kentucky (KY) or eNLC licensure with multistate privileges in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Previous nursing experience in Med/Surg, Telemetry, Cardiac, Emergency, or Critical Care.

Overview

Incentives

Offering a $25,000 sign-on bonus and up to $24,000 in student loan repayment for eligible new hires.

About Us

Saint Joseph Hospital, founded in 1877 in Lexington, Kentucky, by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, is committed to compassionate care for the underserved. Recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky, it holds numerous national awards. Learn more about our culture of Humankindness and our recognitions at Hello Humankindness and Saint Joseph Hospital.

Pay Range

$30.00 - $43.50 per hour

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, Medical Practices