Registered Nurse (RN) - Post Surgical
About The Position
This is a full-time Registered Nurse position on a 26-bed post-operative surgical unit with 16 telemetry beds available. The unit is fast-paced and cares for patients with Gastroenterology, Urology, Gynecology, and Plastic Surgery needs. Patients often require management of abdominal drains, wound VACS’s, PCA’s, epidurals, and tube feedings. Approximately 75% of patients are admitted from the PACU or step down from the Surgical ICU. Nurses manage 4-5 patients on day and PM shifts, and 5-6 patients on the night shift. The unit can manage patients on various drips including insulin, ketamine, dobutamine, heparin, and angiomax. This unit is suitable for experienced Med-Surg nurses looking to advance their skills or new graduate nurses aiming for advanced clinical settings like ICU, ED, OR, or NP roles. The unit is a top performer in quality outcomes and has a high rate of certified nurses. Shared Governance is a strong part of the unit culture, and the unit received top team member engagement scores in 2021.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
- Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
Responsibilities
- Manages the care of 4-5 patients on day and PM shift and 5-6 patients on the night.
- Manages patients on the following drips: insulin, ketamine, dobutamine, heparin, angiomax, etc.
- Provides and coordinates comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
- Uses evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
Benefits
- SIGN-ON BONUS up to $10,000
- Student Loan Forgiveness up to $20,000
- Tuition Assistance up to $7,200
- RN Referral $5,000 for Advocate Aurora Teammates
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
