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Position Type: Direct Hire Experience: Six months of Medical-Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred Position Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in an acute care setting. The RN will be responsible for assessing patient needs, developing and implementing individualized care plans, administering medications, monitoring clinical conditions, and collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support positive patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Compensation

& Benefits Salary Range: $32.94–$49.36 per hour Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 for third-shift positions with a 1-year work commitment Night Shift Differential: Additional $4.00 per hour Weekend Differential: Additional $3.25 per hour Key Responsibilities Provide direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.

Conduct initial patient assessments and ongoing reassessments in accordance with established policies and nursing standards. Develop, implement, and update individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. Monitor patients' conditions and communicate significant clinical changes to physicians, nursing supervisors, managers, and other healthcare professionals.

Administer medications safely according to the five rights of medication administration and established clinical protocols. Assess and reassess pain levels, implement appropriate pain management interventions, and educate patients and families about pain management. Assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and specialized procedures within the scope of nursing practice.

Receive and verify physician orders, ensure accurate transcription where applicable, and document completion of prescribed treatments. Maintain complete and accurate documentation of assessments, care plans, treatments, medications, and patient progress. Provide patient and family education based on identified learning needs and evaluate understanding.

Participate in discharge planning and coordinate referrals to other healthcare disciplines as appropriate. Delegate and supervise nursing care team members based on patient needs, staff qualifications, and individual capabilities. Maintain patient dignity, confidentiality, and respect for cultural, ethnic, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.

Qualifications

& Requirements Education Graduation from an accredited nursing program with one of the following: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Nursing Diploma Licensure & Certifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred. Experience A minimum of six months of Medical-Surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting is preferred.

Required Skills

& Competencies Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Knowledge of medications, safe administration practices, and age-specific patient care needs. Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate electronic medical records. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to prioritize tasks, develop action plans, and remain effective in stressful situations.

Ability to work collaboratively within the nursing department and across interdisciplinary teams. Professional conduct, reliability, and consistent attendance.