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    May 06, 2020
    Edited: May 06, 2020

    Per Diem: RN - Med/Surg

    in Registered Nurse

    Day Positions Position Information: Med/Surge Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. In addition to general nursing care, responsibilities of Med/Surge Nurses include (but are not limited to):

    • Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans

    • Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications

    • Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse

    • Educates patients on surgical procedures

    • Records patients’ medical information and vital signs

    • Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays

    • Initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology

    • Provides bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients, including pre- and post-surgery patients

    • Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician

    • Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining post-treatment home care needs

    • Changes dressings, inserts catheters, starts IVs

    • Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient

    • Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol

    • Participates in discharge planning

    • Utilizes time management skills

    • Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms

    • Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting

    Qualifications/Requirements: Nursing Diploma or ASN required; BSN preferred.

    • One to three years’ experience as an RN preferred

    • Other certifications may be required for this position

    • Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read/comprehend written instructions, ability to follow verbal instructions, PC skills

    Physical Abilities: Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), Pushing, Pulling, Bending. Required Essential Skills:

    • Interpersonal Skills – to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and a professional appearance.

    • Technical/Motor Skills – Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.

    • Mental Requirements – Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel.  Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail.

    • Sensory – Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate

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