Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Overview

We are seeking a Medical Surgical Registered Nurse , sometimes referred to as a Med Surge RN . These Registered Nurses (RN) play an important role in our hospital by providing comprehensive care to patients who are recovering from surgery, managing acute and chronic illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Med-surg nurses are considered the backbone of hospital nursing due to the variety and volume of patients they manage.

Employment Type : Full- Time

Shifts Available: Nights

Hours: 12 hour – 7:00pm to 7:00am

Location : Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• C onduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health

• M onitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions

• R ecognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status

• S afely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions

• A ct as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met

• P rovide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission.

• C ommunicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.
• Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
• Ventilator Management experience preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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