Registered Nurse Medical Surgical (Med Surg) Phenix City, AL

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $67K$90K

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join a Medical Surgical (Med Surg) team within a community-based hospital setting. This role is ideal for an RN who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a diverse adult patient population.

The RN will provide direct care to patients with a variety of medical conditions, supporting recovery, managing acute and chronic illnesses, and collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and chronic medical conditions
• Perform patient assessments, including physical evaluations and ongoing monitoring
• Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapies in accordance with physician orders
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Monitor patient progress and respond to changes in condition promptly
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMR systems
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other clinical staff
• Ensure adherence to patient safety, infection control, and hospital protocols
• Support admissions, transfers, and discharges

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience (Med Surg or acute care preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple patients in a dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Medical Surgical or acute care hospital settings
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Familiarity with EMR systems (Epic, Cerner, or similar)
• BSN preferred

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making
• Effective time management and prioritization
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Patient-centered care approach
• Adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment

Work Environment

• Community hospital Med Surg unit
• Care for adult patients with a range of medical conditions
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Shift-based schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Why This Opportunity

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused setting
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Exposure to a wide variety of clinical cases
• Opportunities for professional growth and development