Registered Nurse

Andalusia, Alabama

Facility Andalusia Health

Req

ID 550075

Post Date 05/22/2026 Description Full Time RN - $15,000 Sign On Bonus Join Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, an 88-bed, Joint Commission-accredited hospital that has earned chest pain and heart failure accreditations, and designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. Andalusia delivers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services while embracing a shared commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Grow your career with Andalusia, where we value your contributions to the community we serve. Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical provides safe, effective, and compassionate patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in an acute care hospital setting. The RN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families to achieve optimal patient outcomes, ensuring care is delivered in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements. Essential Functions Performs comprehensive assessments and reassessments to determine nursing care needs

Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized plans of care

Administers medications and treatments in accordance with policy and physician orders

Documents assessments, interventions, outcomes, and patient education timely and accurately

Provides direct care including ADLs, hygiene, nutrition, and mobility support

Monitors patient conditions and communicates significant changes to the care team

Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for care coordination, discharge planning, and referrals

Provides emotional and psychosocial support to patients and families

Ensures patient safety through adherence to infection control and fall prevention protocols

Supervises and delegates tasks appropriately to licensed and unlicensed staff Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Proficient in clinical assessment, documentation, and patient care planning

Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, and nursing best practices

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to function effectively in high-stress situations with diverse patient populations

Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and clinical documentation systems

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended standing, walking, and physical activity

Demonstrates professional integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuing education Qualifications Education Associate degree in Nursing required

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred License/Certification Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required

Basic Life Support (BLS) required per facility policy

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required per facility policy

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required per facility policy

Specialty certification (e.g., RN-BC, CMSRN) preferred Experience Minimum of 6 months of Medical/Surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred

Demonstrated critical thinking, decision-making, and effective prioritization in a fast-paced environment