RN Med/Surg

Position: RN-Med Surg

Location: Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

Contact Duration: 13 weeks with possible extension.

Shift Timing: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm (3x12)

Hours per week: 36 hours.

License and Certification: AHA-BLS, OH RN License or Compact license and Covid card.

This nurse is responsible for patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, and collaboration with inter disciplinary healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, compassionate care. Med-Surg RNs manage patients’ needs through their hospitalization, focusing on their recovery, education, and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment and Care Planning:
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and psychological health upon admission and throughout their hospital stay.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, considering patients' conditions, diagnoses, and goals for recovery.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed based on changing conditions or responses to treatment.
• Administering Medications and Treatments:
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately, including oral, intravenous (IV), and injectable medications.
• Monitor and assess patient responses to medications and treatments, adjusting as needed and reporting any adverse reactions or concerns to the healthcare team.
• Perform tasks such as wound care, dressing changes, and managing drains or tubes as required by the patient's condition.
• Patient Monitoring and Documentation:
• Continuously monitor patients’ vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and temperature.
• Document all patient assessments, interventions, medications, treatments, and outcomes in accordance with hospital policies and healthcare regulations.
• Identify and report any changes in patient status or complications, ensuring timely interventions are provided.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
• Work collaboratively with physicians, specialists, physical therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic patient care.
• Participate in daily rounds and provide updates on patient status to the medical team.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families to discuss care plans, treatment options, and progress.

Patient Education:

• Educate patients and their families on managing conditions, understanding surgical procedures, and preparing for discharge.
• Provide guidance on post-hospital care, including lifestyle modifications, medication instructions, and follow-up appointments.
• Offer emotional support and counseling to patients and families, addressing concerns and alleviating anxiety related to their conditions or treatments.
• Managing Postoperative Care (if applicable):
• Monitor patients recovering from surgery, assessing for complications such as infection, bleeding, or respiratory issues.
• Provide post-operative care, including pain management, wound care, and support for early mobilization.
• Ensure that patients are educated on how to manage their recovery at home, including follow-up appointments and signs of complications.
• Patient Safety and Infection Control:
• Ensure patient safety by following hospital protocols for infection control, fall prevention, and other safety measures.
• Maintain a sterile environment when performing medical procedures and use proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow hospital policies related to medication administration, equipment usage, and patient confidentiality.
• Emergency and Crisis Management:
• Recognize and respond to emergencies, such as sudden changes in patient status, cardiac arrest, or respiratory distress.
• Provide immediate care for life-threatening conditions and coordinate with the emergency response team when necessary.
• Perform CPR and other life-saving interventions as needed.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong clinical knowledge and nursing skills, particularly in patient assessment, medication administration, and wound care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address patient concerns and changes in condition.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to nursing care.

Working Conditions:

• Med-Surg RNs work in hospital medical-surgical units, which may include both acute and subacute patient care settings.
• Shifts may include weekends, and holidays
• The role involves standing, walking, lifting, and assisting patients with mobility.
• Potential exposure to infectious diseases, requiring adherence to safety protocols and use of PPE.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $53.18 - $58.42 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Medical-Surgical

Physical Setting:

• Acute care

Experience:

• RN-Medical-surgical: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• OH RN License or Compact license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $53 - $58