Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical Unit

Full-Time | 12-Hour Shifts | Northwest Florida Community Hospital | Chipley, Florida

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Medical Surgical team. As a vital member of our nursing staff, you will provide exceptional, patient-centered care while working alongside a supportive team committed to improving the health of our community.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating nursing care for patients admitted to the Medical Surgical Unit. The RN utilizes critical thinking, clinical judgment, and evidence-based practices to promote positive patient outcomes while ensuring compliance with hospital policies, physician orders, and regulatory standards.

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• 12-hour shifts
• Day Shift (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) or Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Weekend and holiday rotation required

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide safe, compassionate, and individualized nursing care to patients with a variety of medical and surgical conditions.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized nursing care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapies safely and accurately.
• Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes, and communicate findings promptly to physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatments, discharge instructions, and ongoing care.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case management, and ancillary departments to coordinate patient care.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and changes in patient condition.
• Maintain infection prevention practices and ensure patient safety at all times.
• Supervise and delegate appropriate tasks to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other support staff.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and departmental meetings.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications:

• Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred or obtained within the required timeframe.
• One (1) year of Medical/Surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and squatting.
• Ability to lift, transfer, reposition, push, and pull patients and equipment with or without reasonable accommodation using safe patient handling techniques.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and assist with heavier lifting as part of a team.
• Manual dexterity to perform nursing procedures and operate medical equipment.
• Visual and auditory ability to assess patients, read medical records, administer medications, and monitor equipment.
• Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations.
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, and other healthcare-related hazards while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Why Join Northwest Florida Community Hospital?

At Northwest Florida Community Hospital, you'll find more than just a job—you'll find a team dedicated to providing exceptional care close to home. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow professionally.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time associates, including:

• • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Voluntary Employer Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional Development Opportunities

Medical Specialty: Med Surg/Acute Care

Physical Setting: Hospital

Work Remotely:  No

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Northwest Florida Community Hospital are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Northwest Florida Community Hospital will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

In addition, as part of our commitment to quality and excellence, Northwest Florida Community Hospital will continue to maintain a safe, healthy environment for you by requiring all applicants, who are tentatively selected for a position, to submit to a criminal history check and screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment for a job.

Final confirmation of any job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including a pre-employment drug screening and background screening. Failure to submit to either screening, falsification of any screening information, or a positive finding on a drug test will result in removal from consideration for employment for a period of one year.

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