Medical Surgical Nurse

Seeking full time highly skilled and experienced Med/Surg Nurses (RNs) for providing specialized nursing care in our ICU and Med/Surg settings to patients with complex medical conditions.

Vacancy Notice for Med/Surg Nurse

Medical Surgical Associates in Doctors Medical Center is seeking full time highly skilled and experienced Med/Surg Nurses (RNs) to join our state-of-the-art private hospital in Antigua. This role is crucial for providing specialized nursing care in our ICU and Med/Surg settings to patients with complex medical conditions. If you are a dedicated nurse passionate about impacting patient outcomes positively, we invite you to apply.

Location: Medical Surgical Associates in Doctors Medical Center, St. Johns, Antigua
Job Type: Full-Time
Competitive Salary + Benefits

Responsibilities of Position

• Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill patients, ensuring clinical excellence in ICU as well as Med/Surg settings.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, ventilator support, and perform advanced treatments.
• Perform continuous monitoring and assessment of vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and patient progress.
• Collaborate closely with intensivists, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
• Act swiftly in emergency situations, initiate and assist in code blue and rapid response scenarios.
• Educate patients and families about the plan of care and provide emotional support during crisis situations.
• Adhere to infection control, patient safety, and ethical standards, and participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Key Competencies:

• Strong clinical expertise in Med/Surg and/or Critical Care Nursing.
• Excellent judgment and ability to perform under pressure.
• Advanced cardiac life support and emergency response skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

Qualifications and experience required:

• Valid and in good standing Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• BLS and ACLS certification (Required).
• Critical Care Nursing Certification (CCRN) or equivalent a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Med/Surg or Critical Care nursing.
• Experience with ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, and emergency interventions preferred.
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems a plus.

Qualified applicants only are asked to email a copy of their curriculum vitae to:

Practice Manager

Medical Surgical Associates
Unit 15 Woods Mall, St John’s, Antigua