RN - Acute Care Medical Unit - Night Shift

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Medical Unit to deliver direct patient care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

You will use the nursing process, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, precept new staff, and contribute to safety, quality, and evidence-based practice while supporting acute Med-Surg care and patient outcomes. Night shifts and active RN licensure in Colorado are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (preferred Bachelor's degree).
• Current RN licensure in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• NIHSS certification within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum 6 months of RN experience and ability to work night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to deliver top-of-scope care in a fast-paced Med-Surg setting.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Precept new staff and contribute to safety and quality initiatives at the point of care.

Skills

Night shift adaptability

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Precepting new staff

Patient safety focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

NIHSS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Role

Registered Nurse in the Medical Unit, providing direct patient care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Responsibilities

Utilize the nursing process to deliver top-of-scope care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes, prioritize wellness and evidence-based practices, precept new staff, and contribute to safety and quality at the point of care.

Qualifications & Skills

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (preferred Bachelor's degree), current RN licensure, BLS certification, minimum 6 months of RN experience, and NIHSS certification within 6 months of hire. Ability to work night shifts and adapt to a dynamic clinical environment.

Key Duties

Provide specialty acute care in Med-Surg units, adhere to evidence-based care models, and support patient safety and quality initiatives. The role emphasizes professional growth, team collaboration, and exceptional patient care.