RN - MedSurg
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onScottish Rite Temple, 406, Capitol Street, Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia, 25301, United States
About the Role
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Med-Surg unit serves as a vital member of a fast-paced healthcare team, dedicated to providing direct, compassionate patient care. This role is designed for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments where medical and surgical interventions are central to patient recovery. You will work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, and the broader healthcare team to deliver high-quality care across a diverse range of diagnoses and procedures.
Your primary mission is to ensure patient safety, comfort, and well-being throughout their hospital stay. From conducting comprehensive assessments of physical, emotional, and psychological needs to implementing individualized care plans, you will be the constant advocate for patients and their families. The role requires a balance of clinical expertise and empathetic communication, ensuring that patients and their loved ones are fully informed about conditions, treatment options, and recovery plans.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Scottish Rite Temple, 406, Capitol Street, Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia, 25301, United States
Charleston, West Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct comprehensive patient assessments of physical, emotional, and psychological needs
- check_circleDevelop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on physician orders
- check_circleMonitor vital signs, lab results, and clinical progress to adjust care plans
- check_circleAssist with activities of daily living including mobility, hygiene, and nutrition
- check_circleProvide pre- and post-operative care and educate patients on recovery plans
- check_circleCommunicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team
- check_circleEducate patients and families about conditions, treatment options, and discharge plans
- check_circleAdhere to infection control and safety protocols to prevent hospital-acquired infections
- check_circleMentor new staff or nursing students and provide guidance on clinical decision-making
- check_circleAccurately document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in medical records
- check_circleAdminister medications, treatments, and interventions while ensuring patient safety
- check_circleCollaborate with physicians and healthcare providers to coordinate patient care
