Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - $34-54 per hour

Medical Solutions Direct Hire is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg for a nursing job in Macomb, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Staff

Pay: $34 - $54.40

Job Description:

RN – Med/Surg Acute Unit
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Night Shift

Registered Nurses provide high-quality, compassionate patient care in a collaborative Med/Surg Acute environment. In this 16-bed unit, nurses care for a diverse patient population including medical and post-surgical cases while maintaining a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio to ensure personalized, high-quality care. This role requires strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and a commitment to thorough documentation in a fast-paced setting with frequent admissions and discharges.

Position Overview:

• Permanent, full-time role
• 16-bed Med/Surg Acute unit
• 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Night shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Schedules posted 6 weeks in advance with consideration for traveler preferences
• Nihon Kohden telemetry system (RNs interpret their own strips)

Shift Details:

• Night shift: 7P – 7A
• Weekend rotation: Every other or every third weekend
• Holiday requirements: None mandatory (volunteers appreciated)
• Call requirements: None (volunteer opportunities available)

Unit Features:

• Support Staff: 1 CNA available for assistance
• Team Structure: Clinical care coordinator, charge nurse with patient assignments, and weekend house supervisor support
• Equipment: High-flow oxygen and Vapotherm available; BiPAP and higher respiratory needs transferred to ICU
• Floating: Opportunities to assist as a safety sitter or other supportive roles
• Patient Flow: High turnover with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the day

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate care for patients with conditions such as COPD, pneumonia, cellulitis, and congestive heart failure (CHF)
• Care for post-surgical patients including colon resections and orthopedic procedures (total hips and knees)
• Monitor cardiac rhythms using telemetry and interpret rhythm strips
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
• Assist with outpatient infusions as needed (experience preferred)
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation to support quality care standards

Orientation & Training:

• Comprehensive first-week orientation, including:
  • HR onboarding
  • Infection control training
  • Equipment training
  • Hands-on experience with a preceptor

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure
• 2–5 years of nursing experience, preferably in an acute or rural hospital setting
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
• Telemetry monitoring experience preferred

Dress Code:

• Pewter scrub tops
• Black pants and shoes
• Colored tops permitted if layered with a pewter outer garment

Why This Opportunity:

• Lower patient ratios allowing for more personalized patient care
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership and coordination
• Opportunities to expand skills across medical and surgical patient populations
• Structured orientation and training for a smooth onboarding experience

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Career advancement opportunities

Work Location: In person

Medical Solutions Direct Hire Job ID #1064151.

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