Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Portland, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2025
- Duration: 14 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Title: Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN)\nJob Summary:\n
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.
\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nPatient Care:
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- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients with a variety of medical conditions and post-operative needs. \n
- Monitor patient status, including vital signs, lab results, and response to treatments. \n
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. \n
Clinical Documentation:
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- Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes. \n
- Communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient progress and any changes in condition. \n
Collaboration and Communication:
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- Coordinate care with physicians, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals. \n
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care. \n
Technical Skills:
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- Operate and maintain medical equipment such as IV pumps, wound vacuums, and telemetry monitors. \n
- Perform procedures such as catheterizations, wound care, and IV insertions. \n
Patient Advocacy:
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- Promote patient safety and ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. \n
- Address patient concerns and ensure comfort and dignity throughout the care process. \n
Emergency Response:
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- Recognize and respond to deteriorating patient conditions, including initiating life-saving interventions when necessary. \n
- Actively participate in code teams and rapid response scenarios. \n
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- Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state. \n
- Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. \n
- Certifications:\n
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- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. \n
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Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #29976337. 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,19:00:00-07:00:00