Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (MS/Tele RN)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse to join our team. This role involves providing high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients on a Med/Surg unit. Registered Nurses in this position will be responsible for managing patient care, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and administering medications and treatments as necessary.

Job Details

• Shift: Night 3×12-Hour (18:45 – 07:15)
• Contract Length: 36 and 48-hour contracts accepted. Longer contracts of 13-26 weeks may also be considered.
• Call: Required as needed.
• Float: Required as needed within your skill set, including inpatient boarding in the ED.
• Weekend Work: Every other weekend required.
• Holidays: Must be available to work on holidays.
• Patient Ratio: 1:6

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to assigned patients.
• Administer medications and treatments per established protocols.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, making adjustments to care as necessary.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare team members to formulate and implement care plans.
• Participate in unit team meetings and contribute to team goals.
• Assist in patient education and promote health and wellness.

Requirements

• Current BLS certification required.
• A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required; first-time travelers are accepted.
• CPI certification preferred.
• Charge nurse experience preferred for night shift travelers.
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start for this specialty.
• Ability to float to like units as required.

Unit Information

• Typical Patient Diagnoses: Adults and geriatric patients with general Med/Surg issues; daily census approximately 43.
• Special Procedures: Management of heparin drips, high-flow oxygen, and limited short-term BiPap respiratory support.
• Unit Systems: PYXIS, EPIC, SBAR, & BSSR.

Orientation

A comprehensive orientation lasting 24 hours is provided to ensure a smooth transition into the unit.

Uniform Requirements

Scrubs must be navy and white.

Additional Information

All contract staff may be required to participate in a Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team in response to catastrophic events or disasters. Attendance at mandatory unit team meetings is required, held on the fourth Wednesday of each month from January through October, and on the third Wednesday of November and December.