Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Idaho Falls, ID. This role involves providing high-quality care in a Medical/Surgical unit with an emphasis on patient safety and effective communication.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 39
• Staffing: 60 total staff members, including:
• Day Shift: 1 charge nurse, 7 RNs, 3 CNAs, 1 UAP
• Night Shift: 1 charge nurse, 6 RNs, 2 CNAs
• Patient Ratios: 1:5 during the day shift, 1:6 at night
• Equipment: Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis, Arjo lifts, Novastat, and computers in every room
• EMR: Meditech

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective nursing care to patients in the Medical/Surgical unit.
• Maintain medication safety standards, ensuring a minimum of 98% of all medications are safely scanned and administered.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to provide high-quality care.
• Manage time efficiently to meet patient care needs promptly.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Current RN License
• BLS certification
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
• Exceptional communication skills
• Strong time management abilities
• Preferred:
• Chemotherapy certification
• Flexibility to work both day and night shifts

Personality Fit

A friendly and team-oriented individual who is able to build meaningful connections with patients and colleagues is essential for this role.

Floating Areas

Willingness to float to Surgical/Orthopedic and Rehabilitation units as needed.

Dress Code

Standard scrub attire in navy blue is required.

Weekend and On-Call Requirements

This position requires working two weekends a month. On-call duty may be necessary during times of low patient volume.