What are the responsibilities and job description for the Local Med/Surg RN NIGHTS position at Cook County John H Stroger?
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.
Qualifications
- Valid RN License
- Proficient in patient care and assessment
- Experience with medical-surgical nursing and discharge planning
- Skilled in catheterization, IV insertion, and tube feeding
- Knowledge of EHR systems, including Epic and Cerner
- Familiarity with patient monitoring and care plans
- Basic life support certification and critical care experience preferred
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $54.00 - $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Medical-Surgical
Physical Setting:
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Inpatient
Work Location: In person
Salary : $54 - $55