Med Surg RN

MedSurg RN Job Description

• Job Title: MedSurg RN
• Department: Medical-Surgical Unit
• Reports To: MedSurg Department Director / Chief Nursing Officer
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Position Type: PRN

Position Summary

The MedSurg RN Charge Nurse is responsible for providing clinical leadership during assigned shifts within the Medical-Surgical Unit. This role ensures the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality patient care while supporting nursing staff, facilitating workflow, and acting as a liaison between staff and hospital leadership. The Charge Nurse is expected to lead by example, promote teamwork, coordinate patient care assignments, and provide hands-on clinical care within scope.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the clinical lead on the MedSurg unit during assigned shifts.

• Coordinate staffing assignments based on patient acuity, census, and staff competencies.

• Provide direct patient care as needed, including administering medications, conducting assessments, developing care plans, and evaluating outcomes.

• Oversee and assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers to ensure accurate, timely documentation and communication.

• Promote adherence to infection control practices, safety protocols, and patient care standards.

• Monitor documentation compliance and provide real-time coaching to staff on charting best practices.

• Respond to emergencies and unusual patient conditions, escalating issues appropriately.

• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes.

• Act as a preceptor for new nursing staff and mentor for team development.

• Identify opportunities for quality improvement and communicate observations to nursing leadership.

• Participate in audits, shift huddles, and daily safety briefings.

• Monitor supply usage and equipment functionality, ensuring availability for clinical needs.

• Report staffing, clinical, or operational concerns to the MedSurg Manager and/or CNO.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arkansas (or compact state).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required or obtained within 6 months of hire.• Minimum 1 years of recent acute care experience, preferably in MedSurg.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to manage staff during high-pressure situations.

• Proficient in EMR systems and clinical documentation practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a charge nurse or leadership capacity.

• NIH Stroke Scale certification.

• Experience in a Critical Access Hospital setting.

Physical

Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.

• Must be able to lift and support at least 50 lbs.

• Ability to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, team-oriented acute care hospital unit.

• Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and biohazards.

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts, rotating weekends and holidays as needed.

Core Values

• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and service excellence.

• Teamwork, accountability, and respect for patients and peers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arkansas (or compact state).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required or obtained within 6 months of hire.

• Minimum 1 years of recent acute care experience, preferably in MedSurg.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to manage staff during high-pressure situations.

• Proficient in EMR systems and clinical documentation practices.

• The MedSurg RN will function as Charge Nurse and/or staff nurse as needed. RN is responsible for providing clinical leadership during assigned shifts within the Medical-Surgical Unit. This role ensures the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality patient care while supporting nursing staff, facilitating workflow, and acting as a liaison between staff and hospital leadership. The RN is expected to lead by example, promote teamwork, coordinate patient care assignments, and provide hands-on clinical care within scope.