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MedSurg
Aiken, SC
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse – Night Shift
Facility & Schedule
The facility is seeking an experienced RN for its Medical-Surgical unit. This is a 13-week contract position working three 12-hour night shifts per week (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM). Guaranteed 36 hours per week.
About the Role
You'll provide comprehensive care to adult patients with diverse medical and surgical conditions, including cardiac, respiratory, diabetes, and post-operative cases. Your responsibilities include:
- Perform initial and ongoing assessments, including systems review
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
- Manage pre- and post-operative care, wound management, and pain control
- Monitor patient condition and escalate changes appropriately
- Coordinate interdisciplinary care and discharge planning
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and discharge instructions
- Maintain accurate EMR documentation
- Manage a typical patient load of 4–6 patients per shift
- Follow infection control and fall prevention protocols
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license (state or compact)
- BLS certification (ACLS required)
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification with Advanced Physical Skills Training
- NIHSS certification
- 2+ years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience
- Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program
Preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- CMSRN certification
Location: Aiken, SC
Start Date: August 10, 2026
