Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night Shift; 36 Hours/Week; 5pm - 5:30 am

Job Description

The Medical-Surgical RN provides direct patient care, coordinates treatment plans, and ensures high-quality nursing services for patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. This role requires strong clinical judgment, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and a commitment to patient-centered care. The RN will maintain current knowledge of evidence-based nursing practices and demonstrate critical thinking skills in implementing all phases of the nursing process while serving as a professional role model as a caregiver, mentor, teacher, and resource for peers and other providers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards and following facility standards set by the State Board of Nursing and other regulations.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in accordance with hospital policies.
• Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapy as per physician orders.
• Monitor vital signs, symptoms, and patient progress, reporting changes promptly.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and health management.
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records (EMR).
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Assist with post-operative recovery, chronic illness management, and acute care interventions.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of age groups, ethnicities, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of Idaho or approved compact state licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
• Advanced Life Support (ACLS) Certification required upon date of hire.
• Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certification required within one year of date of hire.
• Prior Medical-Surgical experience preferred.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

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