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Job Summary
RN Medical Surgical Salem VA
RN Medical Surgical Salem VA
Schedule Full-time Mixed Nights shift (Rotating Weekends)
LewisGale Medical Center has provided quality healthcare services since 1909. We give patients access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 500 bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities in the Salem area. We specialize in heart and vascular care-including the latest advanced technology available through our designated Heart Center-as well as orthopedics and spine care services for mental and behavioral health and cancer care.
Job Responsibilities
Assess the patients condition during admission and each scheduled shift promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
Perform procedures monitoring or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s) and ensure thorough and timely documentation of care administration in the patients medical record. - Administer prescribed medications monitor the patient for therapeutic response and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to the medication.
Provide exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests proactively anticipating patient needs and resolving them.
Educate patients families and caregivers about the patients medical condition treatment plan medications possible side effects and follow-up measures ensuring complete understanding by translating complex medical terminology.
Job Qualifications
(RN) Registered Nurse
Basic Cardiac Life Support or BCLS Instructor must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
Bachelors Degree or Associate Degree REQUIRED
Willing to cross train- acute care is preferred but NOT required
Multiple units- Oncology Ortho Trauma unit available
