Registered Nurse (RN) Medical-Surgical

Lifepoint Health • Russellville, AR

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About The Position

At Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment
to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.
Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Medical
Surgical RN joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to
making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your
skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the
lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Depending on circumstances and the severity of symptoms, individuals may benefit
from. Join our team in the  Medical Surgical unit where you will provide
compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses
(RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants
(CNAs). With a 1:6 nurse to patient ratio, you will play a crucial role in
assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort
and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative
environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

Requirements

• Education: Associate degree required. BSN preferred.
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• Licenses: Must be a licensed Registered Nurse with the State of Arkansas or a licensed Registered Nurse from a Compact State with the proper Arkansas paperwork filed within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
• Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.
• Documents patient care given.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree