RN -Medical/Surgical PRN

Company: Wythe County Community Hospital
Location: Crockett
Posted on: April 20, 2025

Job Description:

RN -Medical/Surgical PRN at Wythe County Community Hospital summary:
The RN - Medical/Surgical PRN provides direct patient care in a medical/surgical environment, utilizing the nursing process to ensure health and safety for patients across all age groups. This role requires critical thinking, quick decision-making, and the ability to function under pressure while maintaining patient care standards. Additionally, the RN must possess relevant certifications and licensure, with a preference for candidates with experience in a medical/surgical or telemetry unit.
Description:
Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all age groups, from pediatrics to geriatrics.
Reports to: Director of Medical/Surgical/ECUQualifications:
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Ability to be on-call and respond to facility within 30 minutes of notification
Required License/Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
ACLS and PALS certifications within one year of hire
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of VA, or eligibility to sit for the NCLEX exam, or Compact licensure as a Registered Nurse, and in good standing with the Board.
Minimum Work Experience
Prefer one year of experience working on a medical/surgical care unit/telemetry unit, or orthopedic unit.

Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Patient Care, Medical-Surgical, ACLS, PALS, BLS, Critical Thinking, Healthcare, Telemetry, Nursing

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