Registered Nurse Observation Unit
About The Position
The 1E Med-Surg/Observation Unit at St. Anthony Hospital is a 22-bed department that manages a high volume of patients monthly. This unit operates with a unique model, combining observation status (14 beds) and inpatient status (8 beds) patients. Observation patients typically require further evaluation from the Emergency Department (ED) or surrounding free-standing EDs, with common diagnoses including chest pain and abdominal pain. Patients requiring care beyond 24-48 hours are transferred to inpatient status. The department's mission is to provide safe, quality, and timely care. This unit offers a dynamic environment for nurses interested in emergency medicine, allowing them to hone med/surg skills, develop time management abilities, and gain a comprehensive understanding of both ED and inpatient care. Nurses work collaboratively with mid-level providers (PA or NP) and care for a diverse patient population, fostering learning about various disease processes. The hospital supports team members in achieving their nursing goals through education and certification. Ideal candidates are open, inquisitive, flexible, able to see the bigger picture, and quick learners. This is a fast-paced unit with frequent admissions and discharges, requiring nurses to be adaptable, resilient, and hardworking due to the consistently high patient load. Nurses contribute to advancing modern nursing through compassionate care within a faith-based, mission-driven culture that emphasizes excellence and professional fulfillment.
Requirements
- At least six months of direct RN experience
- One year RN experience
- Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to specialty
- RN License required; Current state nursing licenses or valid RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact
- Associates Degree in Nursing required; Nursing Diploma or by endorsement
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required for new graduates
- Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing preferred for experienced RNs
Responsibilities
- Facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient.
- Promote the optimal health, well-being and safety of the patient through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines and the State Nurse Practice Act.
- Demonstrate personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.
Benefits
- $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external hires into full-time or part-time positions
- Relocation assistance may be available depending on location
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
