Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical (Salem, VA) - RNMS 1112 NS#01

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical

Location: Salem, VA

Employment Type: Permanent / Contingent [BENEFITS OFFERED WILL BE DISCUSSED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW]

Shift: Full-time, mixed/night shift, with rotating weekends

Compensation: $31.70–$47.54 per hour, based on years of experience

• Minimum: $31.70/hr
• Mid-range: $39.62/hr
• Maximum: $47.54/hr (18 years of experience)

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000

Relocation Assistance: $1,500

Responsibilities

• Assess patients upon admission and during each scheduled shift, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions.
• Perform nursing procedures, monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers.
• Accurately and promptly document patient care in medical records.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor therapeutic responses, and take appropriate action in case of adverse reactions.
• Respond promptly to patient requests and proactively anticipate patient needs.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, potential side effects, and follow-up care.
• Explain complex medical terminology to patients and families to ensure understanding.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to deliver high-quality, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) qualification/license.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Acute-care experience preferred but not required.
• Must be willing to cross-train between units.
• Opportunities available in multiple units, including Oncology and Orthopedic Trauma.