Job Summary: Provide compassionate, patient- and family-centered nursing care within a surgery unit, fostering a supportive environment that exemplifies best practices and outstanding customer service. This role emphasizes relationship-based care and upholds professional nursing standards guided by the ANA Code of Ethics, Nursing Process, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage time and resources, prioritizing critical tasks while balancing short- and long-term objectives.
• Apply specialized nursing knowledge to make appropriate patient care assignments based on acuity and technical needs.
• Engage in continuous learning and apply evidence-based practices to enhance workplace quality and cost efficiency.
• Deliver excellent patient and visitor relations, demonstrating core values such as respect, integrity, collaboration, empathy, and professionalism.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare teams to manage expectations and ensure a positive care experience.
• Maintain a therapeutic and safe environment by adhering to safety protocols, noise reduction, and privacy standards.
• Participate actively in career development opportunities including certifications, advanced degrees, and leadership programs.
• Foster teamwork by motivating colleagues, encouraging cooperation, and providing mentorship and constructive feedback.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or equivalent with at least five years of acute care nursing experience if from a non-accredited program.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred or required within five years of hire.
• Completion and maintenance of area-specific certifications such as ACLS, BLS, PALS, or specialty certifications.

Licensure and Certifications:

• Current active Registered Nurse license as required by the regional nursing board.

Work Shift: Full-time dayshift, typically 7:00am – 7:30pm, with a scheduled 36-hour workweek.

This position is located in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest United States.