Med Surg RN
Englewood, CO
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Unit Information

Location: Englewood, CO

• Number of Beds: 18-20
• Staffing: 35 total staff members
• Day Shift: 1 charge nurse, 2-3 nurses, 1 LPN, 1-3 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
• Night Shift: 1 charge nurse, 3 nurses, 1 LPN, 1-2 PCTs
• Patient Ratios: 6:1 with LPN
• Equipment Used: Hoyer lifts, air taps, wound vacuums, PCA pumps
• EMR System: Meditech

Job Overview

The Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) will provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. The nurse will be responsible for various patient needs, including wound care, medication administration, and monitoring patient progress.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Minimum 1 year of hospital Med/Surg experience
  • Current BLS certification
• Preferred:
  • Burn care experience
  • Experience in wound and ostomy care
  • ACLS certification

Responsibilities

• Perform wound and dressing care on post-operative burn and flap patients.
• Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a team player with a positive attitude, ready to contribute to a collaborative environment focused on patient care.

Additional Information

This unit offers opportunities to work with advanced equipment and technologies. The team comprises seasoned professionals with varied backgrounds, fostering an environment of learning and support.