What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Surgical Nurse Specialist position at Wellspring Nurse Source?
Job Overview
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a highly skilled Medical Surgical Registered Nurse to join our team. This exciting opportunity will allow you to utilize your clinical expertise in a fast-paced environment, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions. As a member of our team, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive healthcare community that prioritizes patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide patient-centered nursing care, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for patients with various medical conditions and post-operative needs. Additionally, they will monitor patient status, including vital signs, lab results, and response to treatments, and administer medications and treatments as per physician orders and established protocols. Other key responsibilities include maintaining accurate and thorough patient records, communicating effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient progress, and coordinating care with physicians, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you must possess an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and hold an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state. You should also have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You should be comfortable operating and maintaining medical equipment and performing procedures such as catheterizations, wound care, and IV insertions. Additionally, you should be able to recognize and respond to deteriorating patient conditions, initiating life-saving interventions when necessary. The ideal candidate will be a team player, committed to providing high-quality patient care and working collaboratively with the healthcare team.
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a highly skilled Medical Surgical Registered Nurse to join our team. This exciting opportunity will allow you to utilize your clinical expertise in a fast-paced environment, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions. As a member of our team, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive healthcare community that prioritizes patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide patient-centered nursing care, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for patients with various medical conditions and post-operative needs. Additionally, they will monitor patient status, including vital signs, lab results, and response to treatments, and administer medications and treatments as per physician orders and established protocols. Other key responsibilities include maintaining accurate and thorough patient records, communicating effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient progress, and coordinating care with physicians, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you must possess an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and hold an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state. You should also have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You should be comfortable operating and maintaining medical equipment and performing procedures such as catheterizations, wound care, and IV insertions. Additionally, you should be able to recognize and respond to deteriorating patient conditions, initiating life-saving interventions when necessary. The ideal candidate will be a team player, committed to providing high-quality patient care and working collaboratively with the healthcare team.
