About the job Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg/Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg/Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Location: Claremont, NH
Shift Type: Nights
Shift Times: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Hours/Day: 12 hours
Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend
Hourly Range: $33.90 - $45.25 (based on years of experience)
Salary Range: $70,512 - $94,120 (based on a 40-hour work week)
Job Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Med Surg/Telemetry and Progressive Care Unit (PCU) team. The RN will provide high-quality care to patients with diverse medical conditions, ensuring safety and promoting recovery through effective monitoring and intervention.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment: Perform comprehensive assessments of patients, monitoring vital signs and identifying changes in health status.
- Care Planning: Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and physician orders.
- Medication Administration: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Telemetry Monitoring: Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond promptly to significant changes, escalating concerns to the healthcare team as needed.
- Patient Education: Provide education and support to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and discharge plans.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate coordinated and effective patient care.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associates degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
- Experience: Previous experience in Med Surg, telemetry, or PCU preferred.
- Certifications: Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
- Proficient in electronic health record systems and medical software.
Benefits:
- Low-Cost Medical Insurance (starting as low as $0).
- Dental & Vision Insurance.
- Pet Insurance.
- Retirement plan (403b).
- Wellness Reimbursement.
- Short-Term Disability.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Full-Time benefits for employees working 30+ hours per week (part-time benefits available for employees working 20+ hours per week).
- Flexible schedules promoting work-life balance.
- Employee Wellness Program and on-site fitness facility (currently closed due to COVID-19).
- Smoke-Free Campus.
- Free healthy meals and desserts in the cafeteria.
Join our team and experience a rewarding career in a rural healthcare setting, providing exceptional care to patients across a broad range of needs. Apply today!