We are seeking a Charge Medical Surgical Nurse (Nights), sometimes referred to as a Med Surge RN at Riverview  Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare in Gadsden, AL.  The Charge Registered Nurse (RN) is an experienced RN, who in addition to providing direct patient care is accountable for facilitating a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, patient flow, staffing, resource utilization and problem solving for a specific patient care department.

Bonus Options: up to $10,000                                           

Employment Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Nights

Hours:  7:00PM – 7:00AM ($4 to $8 per hour night shift differential)

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options 
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Lead clinical team in ensuring high patient and physician satisfaction and provide support through difficult and complex issues.
• Use independent judgment to make effective recommendations regarding the adjustment/resolution of complaints, concerns, and problems of supervised staff regarding work assignments, hours of work, overtime scheduling and other work-related matters.
• Use independent judgment to recommend evaluation results of supervised employees, inclusive of promotion, rewards and recognition, performance improvement opportunities and termination.
• Demonstrate clinical competence utilizing the nursing process (assess, plan, intervention, evaluation).
• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions
• Recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status
• Safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met
• Provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission.
• Communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ACLS 30 days upon of hire and maintain current.
• Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. RN-C within 2 years of hire preferred.
• PALS within 30 days of hire for units that admit pediatric patients. 

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.  If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources.  Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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