Northwest Health - Porter

RN Graduate Med Surg

Valparaiso

,

IN

Full Time

Offering Competitive Pay Rates!!

Registered Nurse (RN) Graduate Full Time, Nights Position in the Med Surg Unit at Northwest Health - Porter Hospital
  • Hours: 7p-7a, 12 hour shifts
  • Sign on bonus up to $15,000!
  • Earn up to $20,000 in tuition reimbursement!
  • Other incentives include: Relocation package for eligible candidates; Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k available for Full-Time and Part-Time roles. Our Health Benefits can include your spouse, children, or entire family!
Join a patient centered team committed to not only supporting our patients but each other! Compassionate Caring is our Calling

Who are we?

Northwest Health - Porter includes two hospital campuses as well as outpatient facilities serving Northwest Indiana. We endeavor to provide you and your family appropriate and safe care in a friendly, welcoming environment.

As a healthcare provider committed to quality and compassionate care, Northwest Health - Porter emphasizes patient experience, quality outcomes and respect for the dignity and comfort of our patients and their visiting family members.

Why should you join us?

Porter has won numerous awards including the Heart Failure - Gold Plus and Stroke Treatment Silver awards by the American Heart Association. For continuing education, local colleges and universities such as Purdue, Indiana University, Valparaiso and more are easily accessible.

Job Summary

The Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) provides basic nursing care under the direct supervision of a licensed registered nurse (RN) in an acute care setting. This role is designed for newly graduated nurses who are transitioning into professional nursing practice. The Graduate RN delivers patient care, administers treatments, and supports patient education to promote recovery, safety, and well-being.

Essential Functions
  • Assists in the development and implementation of individualized patient care plans, collaborating with experienced RNs and healthcare teams.
  • Administers medications and treatments as ordered by physicians, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with protocols.
  • Performs patient assessments, documenting vital signs, patient responses, and any changes in condition promptly in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Provides patient and family education, addressing basic care, procedures, and treatment plans to promote patient understanding and adherence.
  • Supports patient mobility, personal hygiene, and daily living activities, maintaining a clean and safe environment.
  • Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams, reporting changes in patient conditions to supervising RNs.
  • Adheres to infection control protocols, patient safety guidelines, and hospital policies to maintain a safe care environment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
  • 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
  • Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
  • Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
  • Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
Licenses and Certifications
  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support required
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
  • Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.