What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Med Surg / Telemetry Travel Assignment position at Wellspring Nurse Source?
This travel nursing position offers a unique opportunity to work as a Registered Nurse - Med Surg / Telemetry in Washington. As a Medical-Surgical Nurse Specialist, you will provide patient care for adults with acute medical conditions, post-surgical needs, and those requiring telemetry monitoring.
About the Job
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing
About the Role
The Medical-Surgical Nurse Specialist will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for patients with acute or chronic conditions, including monitoring patients' vital signs and cardiac telemetry readings for abnormalities or arrhythmias.
Responsibilities
- Monitor patients' cardiac rhythms and vital signs, identifying any abnormalities or arrhythmias.
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed by the physician.
- Document telemetry monitoring findings and nursing actions in patient records.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state and an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required, and Telemetry Nurse Certification is preferred.
