What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medicine and Surgery Nursing Vacancy position at Travel Nurse Across America Nursing?
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Medical Surgical Registered Nurse to join our team for a 13-week assignment in California. As a MedSurg RN, you will work closely with patients and their families to provide high-quality care and support.
The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience and be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. They should also be able to easily lift 20 pounds and be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Provide bedside care for a variety of patients, including pre- and post-op patients.
- Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
- Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.
- Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient.
- Educates patients on surgical procedures.
- Participates in discharge planning and initiates patient education plan as prescribed by physician.
Requirements
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, 2 Years
