```Overview```
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Medical/Surgical team. As a Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing quality care to our patients and ensuring their safety and well-being. If you are dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and have a passion for making a difference in the lives of others, we would love to hear from you.
```Duties```
- Provide direct patient care in a medical/surgical setting
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
- Monitor and document patient vital signs and medical information
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive care
- Educate patients and their families on disease processes, treatment plans, and self-care techniques
- Assist with ambulatory surgery procedures and post-operative care
- Manage airway and provide respiratory support as needed
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations to maintain patient confidentiality
```Experience```
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Previous experience in medical/surgical nursing preferred
- Knowledge of CT scans and interpretation of results
- Experience in occupational health or assisted living settings is a plus
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and their families
- Proficiency in pain management techniques
- Familiarity with dementia care best practices
If you are ready to join a dynamic team of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, please apply today. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $47.00 - $57.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Medical-Surgical
- Perioperative Care
- Surgery
- Trauma Medicine
- Wound Care
Physical setting:
- Hospital
- Long term care
- Outpatient
Standard shift:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Medical-surgical: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Des Moines, IA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Des Moines, IA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person