Registered Nurse (Med Surg / ICU / ER / Family Birth Suites)

TITLE: Registered Nurse (Med Surg / ICU / ER / Family Birth Suites)
Location: Kingman, KS

Here's an opportunity to become a part of a hospital that is committed to creating healthcare teams that go above and beyond for their patients and community. We are seeking individuals who share our values and are dedicated to providing exceptional care.
Are you interested in working in a facility that serves multiple counties and offers a small town lifestyle with plenty of outdoor activities to achieve work-life balance, while still being within reach of a larger city?
If this sounds like the change you're seeking, please continue reading..
What we're looking for:

• Must be a registered nurse licensed in the state of Kansas.
• Possess an associate degree of nursing (ADN) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school;

with six (6) months to one (1) year of relevant experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Hours and compensation potential:

• Full-time positions available, working three nights a week, from 7pm to 7:30am. Every other weekend with rotating holidays.
• Salary range of $30 to $58 per hour, depending on years of experience. Additional compensation for those with a BSN degree. Shift differentials of $2.00 per hour for evenings, $2.50 per hour for nights, and $2.70 per hour for weekends.
• Full benefit package includes a sign-on/relocation bonus of either $5,000 for a 1-year commitment or $10,000 for a 2-year commitment, as well as $5,000 per year in tuition reimbursement.

What you'll be responsible for:

• Providing general nursing care to patients in a hospital healthcare facility by performing various duties.
• Utilizing AIDET to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff, and other departments.
• Greeting visitors and accompanying them to their destination.
• Collaborating with the Charge Nurse to receive appropriate patient assignment, obtaining bedside report from the off-going RN or LPN, and obtaining a unit telephone.
• Updating and maintaining the patient's White Communication board.
• Conducting comprehensive head-to-toe assessments on all assigned patients and documenting them in the electronic chart in real-time.
• Monitoring patients throughout the shift, documenting any changes, notifying providers if necessary, and keeping the Charge Nurse or House Supervisor informed of any patient changes.
• Monitoring telemetry and keeping the SCU updated on patient changes, as well as monitoring lab results and test results.
• Performing Hourly Rounding, coordinating with assistive staff, documenting as required, and providing patient education.
• Administering prescribed medications using approved nursing techniques and Med/Verify.
• Administering treatments as directed by physicians and in accordance with nursing standards and policies.
• Educating patients and their families throughout the shift and documenting the education on the electronic flow chart.

Additional information:
The facility is an acute care hospital with fewer than 50 beds and operates as a not-for-profit organization. The target nurse-to-patient ratio is 5:1, but it may be 3-4:1 until the census grows. Depending on the census, there may be another nurse or CNA present.
If you're a dedicated Nurse seeking a rewarding career in a supportive healthcare environment, look no further. Join us in Kingman, KS, and become a part of our exceptional team dedicated to providing top-notch care to our community. Apply now and take the next step on your career journey!