Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Albemarle, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 02/03/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Title: Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN) Job Summary:
The Med-Surg RN provides patient-centered nursing care in a fast-paced environment, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions. This role requires effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:Patient Care:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients with a variety of medical conditions and post-operative needs.
- Monitor patient status, including vital signs, lab results, and response to treatments.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
Clinical Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient progress and any changes in condition.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Coordinate care with physicians, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care.
Technical Skills:
- Operate and maintain medical equipment such as IV pumps, wound vacuums, and telemetry monitors.
- Perform procedures such as catheterizations, wound care, and IV insertions.
Patient Advocacy:
- Promote patient safety and ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Address patient concerns and ensure comfort and dignity throughout the care process.
Emergency Response:
- Recognize and respond to deteriorating patient conditions, including initiating life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Actively participate in code teams and rapid response scenarios.
- 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:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #29353163. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:MS,07:00:00-19:00:00