Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Oakes, North Dakota
Oakes Community Hospital

Medsurg Nurse Opportunity

Location: Oakes, North Dakota
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Details

• Unit Type: Medsurg
• Bed Count: 20 beds
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5
• Common Patient Diagnoses: Falls, CHF, bowel obstruction, A-fib, Swingbed patients, and more
• Critical Access Hospital environment—team-oriented, collaborative, and requires versatility

Required Certifications

• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA)
• PALS (AHA)
• NIHSS
• TNCC (if ER nurse)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Medsurg
• Required Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; implied preference for confident skills in assessments, infusion pumps, medication administration, social skills, teamwork, and reliability
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (first-time travelers are acceptable)
• Preferred: ER experience appreciated but not mandatory

Clinical Responsibilities

• RNs are required to titrate drips (e.g., Insulin, Heparin, Levophed) and manage set rate drips (e.g., Amiodarone)
• Nurses read and document telemetry strips (Mindray Monitors x8); no telemetry techs on unit
• Respiratory equipment management by nurses (Hamilton C1 ventilator with CPAP and BiPAP, high-flow oxygen); ventilated patients are not kept on unit
• Float to ER as needed (not first to float, but flexibility appreciated)

Support Staff

• CNAs and PCTs assist with vital signs, charting, intake/output documentation, and activities of daily living

Scheduling & Shifts

• Shift Options: 7a-7p or 7p-7a
• Scheduling: Manager scheduled with block scheduling available depending on staffing needs
• Schedule posted 6 weeks in advance
• Weekend Requirement: Every 3rd weekend or more if desired
• Holiday Requirement: Desired participation in holiday rotation
• No on-call or standby requirements

Orientation & Additional Notes

• Unit-specific orientation: 3-6 shifts depending on staff availability
• Dress Code: Scrubs, no specific color required
• Charge Nurse available 24/7 but does not take patient assignments (also covers ER)
• No house supervisor; nursing supervisor available Monday-Friday
• Experience in critical access facilities is appreciated

This position is ideal for Medsurg nurses who are confident in their clinical skills, enjoy a collaborative environment, and are flexible with floating and scheduling. First-time travel nurses are welcome.