Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - The Jewish Hospital
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - The Jewish Hospital role provides nursing care in a Progressive Care (Step down) setting, serving as a link between Med-Surg and ICU units. The RN assesses patient status, prioritizes patient problems and needs, and develops and carries out care plans to improve outcomes while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. This position is scheduled for 36 hours per week and works Monday through Friday staffing a swing unit that opens and closes. When the unit is closed, the RN floats to other departments. Inpatient RN experience is required.
Requirements
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- At least 1 year of RN experience.
- BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification from an approved source before providing direct patient care.
- ACLS certification is required within 6 months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred, not required).
- At least 6 months of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting.
- BLS or ACLS certification at hire.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
- Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments; analyze assessment data; create and implement plans of care; and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
- Coordinate patients’ care across hospital departments as a point of contact.
- Advocate for patient safety by participating in ongoing departmental quality improvement.
- Administer medications safely in accordance with state practice requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
