Registered Nurse - Surgical Stay Unit - RNSSU 26-00640
Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgical Stay Unit
Location: Ithaca, NY
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night Shift
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Shifts per Week: 3
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Hours per Shift: 12
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Total Hours per Week: 36
Job Overview
A healthcare facility is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for the Surgical Stay Unit. This night-shift position supports post-surgical patients and requires strong clinical skills, adaptability, and prior leadership experience. The RN may be asked to float to comparable units based on hospital needs.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-surgical patients in the Surgical Stay Unit
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Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, and perform nursing assessments
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Collaborate with physicians, surgical teams, and interdisciplinary staff to ensure continuity of care
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Serve as charge nurse when assigned and provide guidance to support staff
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Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies
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Float to units within skillset as required by hospital staffing needs
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Ensure compliance with all safety, infection control, and clinical standards
Requirements
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Minimum 2 years of RN experience in the specialty or a similar unit
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Previous charge nurse experience required
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Active RN license (state requirements apply)
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Ability to work night shifts, including weekends as scheduled
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Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
Additional Details
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No on-call requirements
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Any scrub color permitted for the unit
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Blocked scheduling allowed but not guaranteed (based on unit needs)
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Offer acceptance required within 24 hours
For more details contact at sjackson@navitashealth.com
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