RN - Medical Surgical

Lawrence Memorial Hospital; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Kansas is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Medical Surgical unit. This role involves providing direct patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams for optimal outcomes, and developing care plans for pre- and post-operative patients. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and have the capability to obtain a Kansas RN license. A commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development is essential. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and professional growth are also included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in nursing or related field required for RN -2 level.
• Current Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Eligibility for Kansas RN license or Multi-State (Compact) License is mandatory.
• Active Kansas RN license or multi-state (Compact) license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care according to established policies and protocols.
• Develop therapeutic nurse-patient relationships to aid in decision making.
• Coordinate discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.
• Provide patient-centered care and nursing processes with safety and quality focus.
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records of patient care plans.

Skills

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Wound care management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent

Associates in Nursing or diploma

Tools

Patient management software

IV administration equipment

Job description

RN - Medical Surgical page is loaded## RN - Medical Surgicallocations: Lawrence, KStime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100786# Something special starts here.You can’t define it, but you know it when you see it: the difference between an average life and the good life. When your cup is full – with joy, purpose and lifelong health – it shows. At LMH Health, we are all about healthy people, healthy communities and healthy futures, and that makes us your destination for an exceptional career. From flexible, work-life harmony to competitive pay and great advancement potential, find everything you’re looking for at LMH Health.You'll find everything you’re looking for at LMH Health:* Join a team that cares about the community* Tuition reimbursement to support continuing education* Professional development and recognition* Excellent benefits**We’re looking for you.**# Job Description**I. JOB SUMMARY**The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization, while complying with laws and regulations in maintaining patient information. This position leads the coordination of care for patients by applying effective decision making skills based on patient/family healthcare needs and priorities.**II. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*** Develop therapeutic relationships with patients and families promoting decision making based on the assessment of patient medical histories, symptoms, examinations, diagnosis, conditions and treatments.* Communicate and collaborate concisely and continuously among clinical team, including physicians, both verbally and in documentation focusing on patients identified problems and needs by implementing and monitoring patient care plans, as well as recording and communicating patient conditions as appropriate, to optimize their health outcomes.* Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.* Competently applies collaborative teamwork and leadership as a member of an inter-professional team to coordinate patient centered care for quality patient and unit outcomes of care processes by: Utilizing information, resources and technology* Provide Patient Centered Care Nursing processes including Patient/Family, Evidence Based Practices (EBP), safety and process improvement* Exemplifies professionalism: applies lifelong learning; contributes to the science of nursing; participates in governance; shares knowledge to expand the scale and scope of best practices with others; builds the ethical, moral and regulatory base for best practices and processes of patient and unit care.* Performs nursing care according to the population served on the unit as referenced in the Administrative, Scope of Services Policy.* Performs other duties as assigned in line with current basic nursing scope.* Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position**Medical Surgical specific:*** As part of the Med/Surg medical team, this Registered Nurse will develop, implement, and evaluate the nursing care plan for pre- and post operative care patients to ensure continuity of care;* Monitor vital signs, manage complex conditions, wound care, and manage intravenous lines;* Modify patient care plan based on assessment of patient responses and condition;* Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records of patient care plan;* Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s condition;* Recommend drugs, medical devices, or other forms of treatment, such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures;* Coordinate infection control programs, advising or consulting with specified personnel about necessary precautions.**III. JOB QUALIFICATIONS*****Required***:* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in nursing or directly related field for RN -2 level* Associates in Nursing or diploma* Current Basic life Support for Healthcare Providers, however based on department, certification in ACLS and PALS then the BLS requirement is waived.* Current Eligibility for Kansas RN license or Multi-State (Compact) License. Registered Nurse license to practice in Kansas obtained prior to start.***Preferred****:** Bachelors in Nursing* ACLS within 6 months of hire (ED, ICU/2East or other units)# Our Cultural Beliefs* **People First*** **Integrity Matters*** **Better Together** At LMH Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.