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Job Start Date: 06/29/2026
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse for Med/Surg units. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in acute care and be able to adapt to a dynamic hospital environment. First-time travelers are welcome if they meet the experience requirements; prior separation of at least 1 year from previous employment is required if previously a permanent staff RN.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide exceptional patient care to a diverse caseload including urology post-operative patients (robotic prostatectomies, partial cystectomies, nephrectomies, etc.), and med/surg overflow conditions such as sepsis, cellulitis, DVT/PE, CHF, COPD, COVID, and pneumonia.
Manage post-op patients including total joints and GI/Abdominal surgeries as needed.
Maintain patient ratios of approximately 1:5-6 (RN to patients) during day/night shifts and 3 CNA staff per shift, with capacity for up to 1:10 at full census.
Demonstrate proficiency in wound management, JP drains, wound vacs, hemodialysis catheter care, PCA pump management, cardiac rhythm interpretation via telemetry, and non-titratable cardiac drips.
Pass an EKG competency exam prior to arrival.
Support unit functions including floating between units, and collaborating with charge nurses, HUC/Secretaries, phlebotomy, RT, hospitalist, and therapy teams.
Participate in the hospital’s orientation program (2-day hospital orientation + 3-4 days on-unit).
Will work every other weekend with mandatory 4-day and 3-day workweeks.
Will work 2-3 holidays per scheduled period.
No on-call required.
Additional Details:
Scrub color: Pewter; T-shirts must be gray, white, or black with WK monogram.
Jackets must be gray or black.
Badges must be worn above the waist and clearly visible.
Free parking available.
Flexible time-off policies: up to 7 days request with required extension for longer time off.
Support and Equipment:
EMR: Meditech Expanse
IV Pumps: Alaris
Medication Dispensing: Pyxis
In-house support including phlebotomy, RT, hospitalist, OT, PT, and ST.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSCC
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