Med Surg RN - Full-Time

About the job Med Surg RN - Full-Time Med Surg RN Full-Time Location: Ottumwa, Iowa Schedule: Flexible Shifts | Rotating Weekends & Holidays Salary: $70,803 - $95,596 Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 Relocation Package: Not offeredWhy This Role is DifferentAt HireNow Staffing, we don't present cookie-cutter job listings and we don't want cookie-cutter candidates. If you're a clinical RN who thrives on high-volume med-surg floors, is laser-focused on patient safety, and wants to be part of a hospital that recognizes great nursing, this role in Ottumwa, IA may be your next chapter.This is not a new-grad starter role or a float assignment this is a core bedside position for experienced RNs ready to take ownership of patient outcomes on a fast-paced general medical/surgical unit.Must-Haves No Exceptions Active RN license in Iowa or a multistate compact license Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN) BCLS certification must be current and verifiable Iowa Mandatory Reporter Certificates (Child and Dependent Adult Abuse) required by start date Must be available for full-time schedule with flexibility for rotating weekends/holidays Documented ability to manage 56 patients per shift safely and efficientlyPreferred But Not Required•Previous Med/Surg or Telemetry experience highly preferred•Familiarity with EPIC or similar EMR systems•Charge or preceptor experience is a plus•Strong understanding of med-surg pharmacology and care protocolsWhat You'll Do Daily ResponsibilitiesAs a Med Surg RN in Ottumwa, you're at the frontline of patient care, providing holistic, evidence-based nursing to a diverse adult inpatient population. You'll be expected to:Complete head-to-toe assessments and individualized care plansAdminister meds safely and timely using the 10 Rights of Medication AdministrationAccurately document assessments, interventions, responses, and educationRecognize and escalate changes in patient conditions with clinical urgencyCoordinate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and aidesManage IVs, wound care, catheter care, post-op recovery, and telemetry monitoringEducate patients and families on discharge needs, medications, and health literacyMaintain clean documentation, reduce variance reports, and meet core measuresAssist in rapid response or code situations as neededBe a team player who can help a colleague, manage stress, and stay solutions-focusedProvide input into QI efforts and performance improvement initiativesYou'll Be a Great Fit If You Work efficiently without compromising patient safety Know how to prioritize in a unit that doesn't stop moving Ask questions, speak up for your patients, and hold yourself accountable Can juggle complex discharge plans while maintaining compassion See yourself not just as a nurse, but as a care coordinator and patient advocateWhat You'll Gain $15,000 sign-on bonus Opportunities for advancement within a respected regional hospital Join a culture that values bedside nurses and invests in retention Daily collaboration with strong unit leaders and support staff Internal continuing education, mentorship, and career developmentWho Should Not Apply RNs looking to avoid bedside patient care Applicants unwilling to work rotating weekends or holidays Candidates without valid Iowa licensure or required abuse reporter certificates Those uncomfortable with high-volume patient loads or electronic documentationNext StepsIf you're a sharp, dependable RN ready to lead patient care on a dynamic med-surg unit apply today through HireNow Staffing. Well fast-track your application with priority access to the hiring manager. Details Location: Ottumwa, IowaSchedule: Flexible Shifts | Rotating Weekends & HolidaysSalary: $70,803 - $95,596Sign-On Bonus: $15,000Relocation Package: Not offeredWhy This Role is DifferentAt HireNow Staffing, we don't present cookie-cutter job listings, and we don't want cookie-cutter candidates.Must-Haves No Exceptions Active RN license in Iowa or a multistate compact license Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN) BCLS certification must be current and verifiable Iowa Mandatory Reporter Certificates (Child and Dependent Adult Abuse) required by start date Must be available for full-time schedule with flexibility for rotating weekends/holidays Documented ability to manage 56 patients per shift safely and efficientlyPreferred But Not Required•Previous Med/Surg or Telemetry experience highly preferred•Familiarity with EPIC or similar EMR systems•Charge or preceptor experience is a plus•Strong understanding of med-surg pharmacology and care protocols