New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg 2CGHJ

This position is for a New Graduate Registered Nurse on the Medical/Surgical unit 2CGHJ. You will provide direct patient care using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care while engaging patients and families throughout their hospital stay. You will monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans as needed, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to influence positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care
• Monitor patient conditions and adjust care plans based on patient response
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record (EHR) documentation
• Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution with team members
• Delegate appropriately to other registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel
• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality improvement initiatives
• Apply evidence-based practices to improve care processes
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed
• Pursue professional development and maintain required certifications
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practice ethical decision-making
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the age of patients served
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday
• Lift and support the weight of 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies
• Push/pull with 30 pounds of force and perform sliding transfers of 150 pounds with a second person present
• Possess functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures
• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary
• Respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required
• Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified by the nurse leader

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where providing client nursing services
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in operating computer functions including email, electronic records, and digital platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

License and Certification Note

Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth, telenursing, or virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.