Registered Nurse – Transitional Care Unit
A Med-Surg Role With Variety, Teamwork, and a 5:1 Ratio
Join our Transitional Care Unit, where nurses care for admitted medical-surgical patients who are awaiting placement in an inpatient bed. This unit offers the variety of the hospital setting with a defined scope of care and a manageable 5:1 nurse-to-patient ratio.
This is a great opportunity for nurses who enjoy medical-surgical nursing, patient education, care coordination, and working closely with a multidisciplinary team.
What You Can Expect
5:1 nurse-to-patient ratio
Medical-surgical level patients
Admitted patients who have already completed their initial emergency evaluation
Collaboration with hospitalists, physicians, case management, pharmacy, respiratory therapy, and other support departments
Opportunities to strengthen assessment, time-management, and care-coordination skills
Clearly Defined Patient Acuity
This unit does not accept:
Stepdown patients
ICU patients
Patients requiring titratable drips
Patients needing a higher level of monitoring or intervention than a medical-surgical unit can safely provide
Patients requiring escalation of care will be transferred to the appropriate higher-acuity unit.
Primary Responsibilities
Complete ongoing nursing assessments
Administer medications and treatments
Monitor for changes in patient condition
Provide patient and family education
Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team
Prepare patients for discharge or transfer to an inpatient medical-surgical bed
Support safe and efficient patient flow throughout the hospital
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking nurses who:
Enjoy caring for a diverse medical-surgical population
Value teamwork and communication
Demonstrate strong assessment and critical-thinking skills
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care
Thrive in an organized, collaborative environment
Are comfortable recognizing and escalating changes in patient condition
Why Join the Transitional Care Unit?
Consistent 5:1 staffing ratio
Clearly defined medical-surgical scope of care
No ICU assignments
No stepdown assignments
No titratable drips
Diverse patient population
Supportive leadership and collaborative teamwork
Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
Join Our Team
If you are looking for a medical-surgical nursing role with variety, a manageable patient ratio, and a clearly defined level of care, the Transitional Care Unit may be the right fit for you.
Help patients move safely through the next step of their care while providing the quality, attention, and compassion they deserve.Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - ED, Full-time Days 7am-7pm, Grandview Medical Center.
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Unit: ED
Shift: Days, 7am-7pm
Up to $20K Student Loan Contribution-
Other incentives include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more available for Full and Part-Time roles.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Essential Functions
Qualifications
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0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
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Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
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Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
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Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
Licenses and Certifications
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RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
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BCLS - Basic Life Support required
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ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
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PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
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NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
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Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.
