Registered Nurse RN Medical Surgical

Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical at Jackson Purchase Medical Center summary:
As a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Medical Surgical unit, I provide direct patient care, assess patient needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and collaborate with medical staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes. My role involves critical thinking, effective communication, and adhering to the standards of nursing practice while managing the challenges of a fast-paced environment. I am dedicated to championing patient care and making a difference in the community through quality healthcare services.

Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Surgical
Job Type: Full-Time | Nights | 7pm-7am
Sign-on bonus based on eligibility

We are Jackson Purchase Medical Center
We believe in:
Championing Patient Care
Doing the Right Thing
Embracing Individuality
Acting with Kindness
Making a Difference Together
We strive to Make Communities Healthier.
We strive to create places where patients choose to come for healthcare, where providers desire to practice, and Team Members want to work.
JPMC has been voted as the Hospital of choice by patients and Team Members four out of the last six years. We invite you to join us and work in an environment where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107 all private bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility. From emergent to elective, our facility offers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including those offered at the New Beginnings Birthing Center, the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center, and our accredited chest pain center.
Where We Are:
Mayfield is located in stunning western Kentucky, just a short drive to Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. In this region, there is always something for all ages, whether it is outdoor sports and recreation, visual and dramatic arts, or even living history.
Why Choose Us:
Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Excellent shift differentials, bonus potential for extra shifts, employee referral program
Professional development opportunities including 100% reimbursement for LPN-to-RN bridge program.
And much more…
Position Summary
The Med/Surg unit at Jackson Purchase Medical Center embodies a culture of teamwork and effective communication, essential for providing care to patients. This is a 64-bed unit that ensures patients receive optimal medical attention and support. We strive to create places where patients choose to come for healthcare, where providers desire to practice, and Team Members want to work.
The RN - Medical Surgical Unit provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Assesses the patient's condition and nursing care needs
Sets goals and prescribes appropriate nursing interventions to meet physical, psychological, social and rehabilitative needs of patients
Develops individual nursing care plans
Implements care plans and makes revisions as needed
Evaluates patient care outcomes
Collaborates with physicians and other hospital employees
Administers medications, treatments and therapies.
Communicates with patients and oversees provision of care.
Provides patients and/or family with instruction and education relevant to condition.
Accurately documents nursing observations, assessments, medications, treatments, and other care given.
Required Skills
Critical thinking skills
Decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Capable of working in a stressful environment and taking appropriate action.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Associate's degree

required
Bachelor's degree

preferred
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
Licenses:
Registered Nurse licensed to work in the State of Kentucky.
• New Graduates may work under a KY provisional license for up to 6 months with the expectation that an RN license will be obtained within the first 6 months of employment.
EEOC Statement
'Jackson Purchase Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.'

Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical, patient care, nursing, healthcare, assessment, medical interventions, nursing care plans, critical thinking, collaboration