Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

WorkFit Medical Staffing is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse that applies knowledge of nursing theory, technical, and communication skills in delivering high quality compassionate care to patients and families. The Registered Professional Nurse assesses patient need, develops a plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, provides direct care, evaluates patient progress, and coordinates the care delivery throughout the patient’s episode. The RN develops specialized skill in the area of patients admitted for medical conditions. The RN provides care to adult, adolescent, and geriatric populations with medical conditions. The RN is accountable for patient family education to assist in understanding self care beyond hospitalization, including lifestyle changes to support health and healing. The Registered Nurse is expected to promote comfort and provide emotional support in a Healing Environment.
These responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

· Applies nursing knowledge and skill in the delivery of care.

· Assesses patient / family needs through active listening, social perceptiveness (being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do), and analyzing data or information obtained through direct observation/assessment, technology, or health team communication. Creates a developmentally and age appropriate, culturally relevant, individualized plan of care to address the nature and scope of the health problems identified. In collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and healthcare team members, sets goals and monitors the patient’s progress. The RN adjusts the plan based on patient response or change in condition/reprioritization of needs.

· Promotes, advocates for and protects the health, safety and rights of the patient. Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members to accomplish the best possible patient outcome.

· Teaches others as appropriate and delegates tasks and interventions consistent with the individual’s education, training, and scope of practice. Understands the personal responsibility to safeguard public safety through compliance with infection prevention strategies.

· Motivates the patient/family by teaching them what is needed to continue care/healing at home.

· Assesses the patient/family learning styles and structures the sessions to maximize understanding. Seeks “teachable” moments during the care delivery process to emphasize pertinent information. Asks questions to evaluate retention of key points in the self care process. Provides tools and information to assist the patient’s family after discharge. Documents the education provided and the patient/family response to the education.

· Systematically evaluates quality and effectiveness of Nursing Practice and uses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in individual nursing practice and care delivery. Engages in self-evaluation of practice, identifying strengths and areas in which professional development would be beneficial. Takes accountability to increase knowledge and enhance skill. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

· Nursing practice reflects the importance of making a meaningful connection with patient/family.

· Seeks to develop a helping, trusting, and caring relationship by being present in the moment of interaction, listening, communicating, engaging, and anticipating the patient/family needs. Strives to understand what is most important to the patient/family, acknowledging that the patient and family are the central focus of all care and services. Embraces the importance of creating a healing environment as a key element of professional nursing practice.

· Demonstrates skill in application of interventions including medication administration.

· Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is reasonably anticipated. Required tasks involve potential contact with blood, body fluids, and tissues.

Requirements:

· Required: NYS RN Licensure Required

· Certifications  Required : BLS, ACLS (AHA or RQI only), NIHSS

· Minimum 1-3years as a Registered Nurse in a Med Surge setting.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg

Pay Rate: $52 to $58

Contract Length: 13 weeks (potential for permanent placement).

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: Med/Surg RN Full Time (36 hours) + 2 on call shifts in 4 weeks. Rotational D/N/W/Holidays.

About Workfit

WorkFit Staffing brings over 40 years of medical staffing expertise, dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the right opportunities to grow and succeed. Our team uses a range of screening tools—including personality insights, skill assessments, and role-specific evaluations—to better understand your strengths and match you with positions that fit your experience and career goals.

We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey by connecting you with organizations where you can thrive, make an impact, and advance your career. By aligning your skills with the right opportunities, we help you focus on what matters most, delivering quality patient care while achieving professional growth. Our success is measured by the long-term satisfaction and success of the candidates we place.