RN - Med Unit

Description

: Overview of Unit / Department

Medical Unit

Med 100 is a 21 bed Medical Unit with a population of CHF, COPD, Dialysis, wound care, and hospice patients. Patients have a longer length of stay on this unit so creating bonds with our patients is an amazing experience.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $25,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 120 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000

Job Summary

The Medical-Surgical nurse is responsible for managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures. The nurse must be able to assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, keep records and provide patients and families with support and education. The Medical-Surgical nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.

Job Requirements

Education

Required : Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program

Preferred : Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Experience

Preferred : Previous nursing experience

Skills

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required : RN license active in the state of Missouri

Required : BLS must be obtained within 90 days Education : ▪ Required : Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program ▪ Preferred : Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Experience : ▪ Preferred : Previous nursing experience

Skills : ▪ Excellent verbal and written communication skills ▪ Demonstrate effective leadership abilities ▪ Exhibits valuable time management skills ▪ Strong critical thinking / problem solving skills. ▪ Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Licensure / Certification / Registration : ▪ Required : RN license active in the state of Missouri