What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse, Medical/Surgical position at ICG Medical?
Overview:
We are seeking a highly capable medical-surgical nurse to join our team. In this role, you will be providing bedside care for pre-and post-surgery patients, monitoring vital signs, and administering prescribed medications.
To ensure success, medical-surgical nurses should possess extensive knowledge of various health conditions and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. An outstanding medical-surgical nurse will be someone whose expertise translates into exceptional patient care.
Medical-Surgical Nurse Responsibilities:
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
- Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients.
- Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications.
- Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs.
- Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements.
- Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
- Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
- Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
- Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records.
- Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a medical/surgical setting
- Proficient in venipuncture and medication administration
- Experience in emergency care and triage
- Knowledge of diagnostic evaluation procedures
- Strong background in acute care nursing
- Familiarity with hospice palliative medicine practices
- Experience in providing specialized infant care
- Competent in catheterization techniques
- Previous experience working in a nursing home setting is preferred
- Behavioral health experience is a plus
If you are a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with experience in medical/surgical settings, we invite you to join our team. Apply today to make a difference in the lives of our patients and contribute to their overall well-being.
Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract
Pay: From $2,681.00 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Medical specialties:
- Emergency Medicine
- Hospital Medicine
- Medical-Surgical
- Primary Care
- Surgery
- Telemetry
Physical setting:
- Acute care
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Outpatient
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Weekly schedule:
- 3x12
Experience:
- Nursing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Dayton, OH 45409 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dayton, OH 45409: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,681