Description In this role, you will be providing bedside care for pre-and post-surgery patients, monitoring vital signs, and administering prescribed medications. To ensure success, medical-surgical nurses should possess extensive knowledge of various health conditions and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. An outstanding medical-surgical nurse will be someone whose expertise translates into exceptional patient care. Responsibilities • Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals. • Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients. • Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications. • Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs. • Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements. • Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner. • Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team. • Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care. • Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records. • Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols. Requirements • State-approved nursing licensure. • Competency in electronic patient management systems such as e-MDs Chart and Mediexcel. • Extensive experience in monitoring a broad range of medical conditions. • In-depth knowledge of best practices in medical-surgical nursing. • Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities.
