Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Americus, GA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - Acute Med Surg

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour shifts in a 36-bed acute care unit
• Every other weekend requirement
• Holiday coverage required
• Patient ratios: RN/LPN 6:1, CNA 12:1
• Minimum 1 year experience in hospital med-surg units required
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA), NIHSS
• ACLS preferred
• Dress code: White tops, hunter green pants
• Use Meditech EMR system
• May serve as charge nurse
• Telemetry monitoring included
• Occasional floating to other units
• Floor-specific orientation: 3 shifts
• Common patient diagnoses include CHF, COPD, ESRD, pneumonia, renal failure, sickle cell crisis, orthopedic surgery, bariatric surgery, AMS, and sepsis
• Hospitalist available in-house 24/7
• Respiratory therapy available 24/7
• Must reside 75+ miles from facility address on driver's license

Facility:

This medical center provides comprehensive acute care services with a focus on medical-surgical patient care. The facility maintains a 36-bed acute care unit with full-time hospitalist coverage and 24/7 respiratory therapy support. The organization utilizes Meditech EMR systems and offers a collaborative healthcare environment with nursing support staff including CNAs and access to PICC team consultations when needed.

Location:

Americus, GA

Americus offers a charming small-town atmosphere in southwest Georgia with rich historical significance and Southern hospitality. The area provides an affordable cost of living while maintaining proximity to outdoor recreation opportunities and cultural attractions, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle in a welcoming community.