RN -Medical/Surgical PRN

RN -Medical/Surgical PRN at Wythe County Community Hospital summary: As a Registered Nurse (RN) in a Medical/Surgical setting, I provide direct patient care across all age groups, utilizing the nursing process and adhering to established practice standards. My role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the capacity to work independently in a fast-paced environment. I am responsible for being on-call and ensuring timely responses to patient needs.

Description: Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all age groups, from pediatrics to geriatrics.

Reports to: Director of Medical/Surgical/ECU Qualifications: 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.

Ability to be on-call and respond to facility within 30 minutes of notification

Required License/Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire ACLS and PALS certifications within one year of hire Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of VA, or eligibility to sit for the NCLEX exam, or Compact licensure as a Registered Nurse, and in good standing with the Board.

Minimum Work Experience Prefer one year of experience working on a medical/surgical care unit/telemetry unit, or orthopedic unit.

Keywords: Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical, Patient Care, Critical Thinking, Healthcare, ACLS Certification, PALS Certification, BLS Certification, Nursing Process, Geriatric Care