Travel Nurse RN

Job Title: Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN)

The Med-Surg RN provides patient-centered nursing care in a fast-paced environment, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:
  1. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients with a variety of medical conditions and post-operative needs.
  2. Monitor patient status, including vital signs, lab results, and response to treatments.
  3. Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
• Clinical Documentation:
  1. Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
  2. Communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient progress and any changes in condition.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  1. Coordinate care with physicians, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals.
  2. Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care.
• Technical Skills:
  1. Operate and maintain medical equipment such as IV pumps, wound vacuums, and telemetry monitors.
  2. Perform procedures such as catheterizations, wound care, and IV insertions.
• Patient Advocacy:
  1. Promote patient safety and ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
  2. Address patient concerns and ensure comfort and dignity throughout the care process.
• Emergency Response:
  1. Recognize and respond to deteriorating patient conditions, including initiating life-saving interventions when necessary.
  2. Actively participate in code teams and rapid response scenarios.

Qualifications:

• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.
• Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Certifications:
  1. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.