RN Medical Surgical

We are seeking a highly capable medical-surgical nurse to join our team. In this role, you will be providing bedside care for pre-and post-surgery patients, monitoring vital signs, and administering prescribed medications.

• Position: Full Time - Registered Nurse
• Location: Reading, PA
• Specialty: Medical Surgical
• Schedule: 3, 12 hour shifts (Days, Evenings & Nights)
• Salary: $70,000 - $130,000 (Depending on Education & Experience)

Medical-Surgical Nurse Responsibilities:

• Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
• Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients.
• Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications.
• Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs.
• Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements.
• Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
• Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
• Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
• Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records.
• Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.

Medical-Surgical Nurse Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Certified MS-RN preferred.
• State-approved nursing licensure.
• At least two years' experience as a medical-surgical nurse in a similar facility.
• Competency in electronic patient management systems such as e-MDs Chart and Mediexcel.
• Extensive experience in monitoring a broad range of medical conditions.
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in medical-surgical nursing.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities.
• Availability to work shifts that rotate between days, nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Please note that this position may require occasional weekend or holiday shifts based on the needs of the unit.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including:
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off
- Continuing education opportunities

To apply, please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Medical-Surgical

Physical setting:

• Teaching hospital

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Reading, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person