RN MedSurg Full Time Night Shift

Vaughan Regional Medical Center; Selma (AL); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Medical/Surgical unit. The RN will ensure safe, effective, and compassionate patient care, working closely with the healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate needs an Associate degree in Nursing and a current RN license. Preferred qualifications include a BSN and at least 6 months of experience in an acute care setting. The role requires strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.

Formación

• Current state RN license or compact state equivalent is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is required.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification is required.
• At least 6 months of Medical/Surgical nursing experience is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Perform comprehensive assessments and reassessments.
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments per protocol.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate significant changes.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.

Conocimientos

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Patient care planning

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Educación

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Herramientas

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Descripción del empleo

Description

Join Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, a 175-bed, Joint Commission–accredited community hospital that serves as a critical healthcare hub in the region. Vaughan delivers a full complement of hospital services, including emergency care, to the Black Belt area of southern Alabama. As part of ScionHealth, Vaughan combines system strength with strong local impact so that you can make your mark where your work truly matters.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical provides safe, effective, and compassionate patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in an acute care hospital setting. The RN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families to achieve optimal patient outcomes, ensuring care is delivered in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

• Performs comprehensive assessments and reassessments to determine nursing care needs
• Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized plans of care
• Administers medications and treatments in accordance with policy and physician orders
• Documents assessments, interventions, outcomes, and patient education timely and accurately
• Provides direct care including ADLs, hygiene, nutrition, and mobility support
• Monitors patient conditions and communicates significant changes to the care team
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for care coordination, discharge planning, and referrals
• Provides emotional and psychosocial support to patients and families
• Ensures patient safety through adherence to infection control and fall prevention protocols
• Supervises and delegates tasks appropriately to licensed and unlicensed staff

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Proficient in clinical assessment, documentation, and patient care planning
• Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, and nursing best practices
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to function effectively in high-stress situations with diverse patient populations
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and clinical documentation systems
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended standing, walking, and physical activity
• Demonstrates professional integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuing education

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in Nursing required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

License/Certification

• Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required per facility policy
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required per facility policy
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required per facility policy
• Specialty certification (e.g., RN-BC, CMSRN) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 6 months of Medical/Surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Demonstrated critical thinking, decision-making, and effective prioritization in a fast-paced environment.