Med/Surg RN (Nights) - Full Time
Clinical Ladder Eligible
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Medical-Surgical Unit utilizing the nursing process. This role involves performing patient assessments, administering medications, managing care plans, documentation, critical thinking, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient care. The Med-Surg RN plays a critical role in patient recovery, education, and support, while adhering to hospital policies and regulatory standards.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Education:
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Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
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Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
License Required:
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Current Nevada RN license required.
Certificate Required:
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BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
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ACLS (may obtain within 90 days of hire).
Minimum Work Experience
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Previous department specific experience preferred.
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Professional customer service skills.
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Ability to read and communicate in English, bilingual abilities preferred.
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Patient Assessment
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Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial health, and document findings accurately.
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Identify patient care needs and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
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Monitor patient status and respond to changes in condition, including initiating appropriate interventions.
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Accurately assesses and documents patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients and ensures integration of information among the multi-disciplinary health care team.
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Demonstrates timely, accurate and complete EHR and/or paper documentation per “Nursing Documentation” policy.
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Develops patient-centered plan of care based on assessment findings, care goals, and patient input.
Medication Management
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Administer medications accurately and safely, following the CVH “Ten Rights of Medication Administration” policy.
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Manage controlled substance medications per policy
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Maintain an accurate medication administration record (MAR)
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Utilize barcode scanning for medication administration
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Monitor patients for adverse reactions or side effects and report any issues to the healthcare provider.
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Educate patients and families on medication purposes, potential side effects, and proper administration.
Communication
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to provide clear and accurate information about patient care and treatment plans.
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Participate in bedside shift handoffs, interdisciplinary meetings, and care coordination to ensure continuity of care.
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Address patient and family concerns with professionalism, empathy, and timely responses. Seek assistance from more experienced staff as needed.
Documentation
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Accurately and timely document all patient care activities, assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR).
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Ensure documentation meets hospital standards and regulatory requirements, and reflects the care provided.
Clinical Resource
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Actively seek guidance and mentorship from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
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Participate in ongoing education and training opportunities to stay current with best practices and evidence-based care.
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Utilize available resources, including policies, procedures, and clinical tools, to ensure safe and effective patient care.
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Stay current with best practices, clinical guidelines, and continuing education opportunities.
Judgment
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Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement nursing plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient.
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Demonstrates knowledge of hospital policies and procedures.
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Demonstrates knowledge of commonly used medications: action, dose, and side effects.
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Observes the rights of medication administration.
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Demonstrates proper procedures in all methods of medication administration.
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Administers blood and blood products following hospital policy and procedures.
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Initiates and maintains IV access according to hospital policy and procedures.
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Assesses and documents IV site per unit standard.
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Uses critical thinking and efficient time management.
Scope of Service
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Performs consistent, purposeful hourly rounding
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Provide nursing care to a diverse patient population, including those with acute, chronic, and complex medical conditions.
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Assesses, evaluates, and carries out nursing interventions and teaching as applicable for med-surg and swing bed patients.
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Work within the scope of nursing practice as defined by state laws, hospital policies, and professional standards.
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Contribute to the continuous improvement of patient care services through participation in quality improvement initiatives.
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Demonstrates skill and knowledge in nursing management of emergency situations.
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Demonstrates knowledge and skill in using equipment.
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Demonstrates knowledge of setting up and maintaining sterile field for minor sterile procedures such as insertion of central lines, chest tubes, etc.
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Demonstrates knowledge of current policies and procedures pertaining to vaccination of patients and the documentation of teaching done.
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Demonstrates knowledge and skill in specific areas of clinical experience, as applicable.
BENEFITS: If you are scheduled to work part-time at least 20 hours per week and full-time at least 32 hours per week, you are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.
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NO STATE INCOME TAX
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Hometown Health Medical, EyeMed Vision, Guardian Dental and Flexible Spending Account.
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Vanguard 401(k) with match.
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Employer paid Care Flight Membership for your household (full-time employees) (A Division of REMSA).
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Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
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Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term & Long Term Disability).
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Earned Time Off, Sick Leave and Paid Holidays.
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Nevada 529 College Fund.
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Unum Employee Assistance Program.
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Employer paid Credit monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout.
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Tuition Reimbursement, Clinical Ladder* & HRSA Loan Repayment Program* (*for qualifying positions).
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Priority Childcare Enrollment with the Boys and Girls Club of Western NV for ages 9 months+.
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Paid Volunteer Hours for staff to help in the community.
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and More...
CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE
"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!
