RN Med Surg

About the Unit

Our Med Surg Unit is a 25-bed department providing comprehensive care to patients from Mason County and surrounding West Michigan communities.

This unit cares for a wide range of medical conditions, including:

• Pneumonia and respiratory illnesses
• Cellulitis and infectious processes
• Kidney failure and acute/chronic kidney injury
• Diabetes-related conditions and hyperglycemia
• Ulcers and wound care needs
• Geriatric and confused elderly patients
• Alcohol-related health concerns
• Sepsis
• Select psychiatric patients
• Med Surg offers a broad clinical experience with a supportive team environment.

About Ludington Hospital

For over a century, we have provided comprehensive health care services for Mason and Oceana County residents and the thousands of tourists who visit each year. With our experienced, compassionate doctors and health teams, advanced technology, programs that improve well-being and the expertise and resources of a top health system, there is no better place for local care.

Scope of work

Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider.  Performs basic skills per department guidelines and communicates observations to members of the health care team. Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN or Provider.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating, wound care, catheterization and acting as a safety attendant for patients. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing Required
• Bachelors in Nursing Required within 5 years
• MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days
• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Required within 6 months
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• Primary Location
• SITE - Ludington Hospital - 1 Atkinson Dr - Ludington
• Department Name
• Employment Type
• Full time
• Shift
• Night (United States of America)
• Weekly Scheduled Hours
• 36
• Hours of Work
• Days Worked
• Weekend Frequency
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