Med Surg RN
Lakewood, CO
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This position involves working in a fast-paced Med Surg unit, caring for patients with trauma, oncology, and general medical surgical needs.

Job Details

• Unit: Med Surg 6th Floor
• Unit Type: Medical Surgical
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Required Experience: Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients on the Med Surg unit.
• May be asked to float to other units, including ICU, PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele as needed.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver optimal patient care.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met throughout patient care.
• Participate in unit-specific orientation and training.

Qualifications

• Certifications: BLS (AHA) certification required.
• Experience: Strong background in acute care nursing.
• Skills: Competent in reading telemetry strips; familiarity with Phillips Telemetry monitors.

Unit Specifics

• Patient Ratios: 1:4-5 during the day, 1:5-6 during night shifts.
• Nurse Aide Ratio: 1:12.
• Equipment: Moderate oxygen needs; equipment includes CPAP and BiPAP as necessary.

Schedule

• Self-scheduling is available, including block scheduling options.
• Weekend Requirement: A minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week schedule is expected.
• Holiday requirements apply, as determined by needs.

Additional Information

All clinicians are expected to be present in-state for the orientation week, even if the first day consists of remote modules.