Travel Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Travel Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week contract. This position requires working in a fast-paced unit with a focus on clear communication skills and the ability to care for a variety of patient diagnoses.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care in the Med/Surg Tele unit.
• Manage a patient ratio of 1:6.
• Oversee care for multiple types of diagnoses.
• Utilize Cerner EMR for patient documentation and care management.
• Perform essential nursing skills, including IV starts, NG tube placements, and Foley catheter insertions.
• Care for patients requiring continuous bladder irrigation.

Position Details

• Location: Dupont Hospital, IN
• Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Floating required: Yes
• Block scheduling options available
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in Indiana.
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS required.
• A minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg Tele nursing experience.
• Skills in starting IVs, placing NG tubes, and inserting Foley catheters.

Work Environment

The unit comprises 25 beds along with a 12-bed overflow unit, ensuring adequate patient management capabilities. Nurses are expected to adapt to the dynamic nature of the unit while maintaining a commitment to patient care excellence.

Dress Code

Scrubs: Navy Blue

Travelers interested in this position must provide concisely related documentation and ensure they meet the distance requirement from the facility.