Job Description
Patients in medical-surgical units receive coordinated care through assessments, medication administration, and monitoring with IV pumps and ventilators, addressing conditions from post-surgical recovery to acute illnesses. This full-time night shift role uses physician orders to implement treatment plans, directly improving outcomes and family support in challenging health situations.
Community Health Systems operates hospitals providing acute care to communities across multiple states, specializing in services like emergency treatment and surgical interventions. The company serves diverse populations through facilities with medical equipment and teams focused on compassionate, evidence-based care delivery.
Typical work includes conducting patient assessments, administering medications and managing IV pumps, collaborating with physicians on care plans, and responding to medical emergencies involving CPR. Nurses operate in shifts with interdisciplinary teams, following protocols for documentation in medical records and National Patient Safety Goals. A genuine challenge involves balancing age-appropriate education with delegation tasks in fast-paced environments prone to sudden changes in patient conditions.
The position offers full-time hours from 7pm to 7am, with health insurance eligibility starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment for full- and part-time roles. Benefits include tuition reimbursement, SoFi student loan repayment plans, 3% 401k employer matching, and company-provided renewal of BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Location is in hospital medical-surgical units, with professional development through audits, chart reviews, and performance improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process
- Conduct thorough patient assessments and document findings accurately, reporting changes in condition
- Utilize knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education
- Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration
- Assist physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
- Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities
- Advocate for the rights and needs of patients in care planning and delivery
- Provide patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care
- Implement and adhere to infection control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections
- Monitor and operate medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) for patient care and safety
- Promote patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining clean environments
- Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards
- Demonstrate responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care
- Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record
- Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and nursing standards
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development
Requirements
- 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting
- Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices
- Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively
- Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care
- Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred