RN - MS Tele

Registered Nurse

This is a 13-week travel assignment for a registered nurse in a medical/surgical/tele unit. The shift is day, 12 hours per shift, with every other weekend and holiday availability required. Minimum of 2 years in a similar role is required. Valid state nursing license is required, pending licenses accepted. BLS preferred; ACLS preferred but not required. Epic experience required. The unit is a 26-bed acute care unit with a diverse patient population.

The unit primarily consists of patients recovering from general surgery and trauma. Post-surgical patients make up 90% of the unit's population. The remaining 10% have various medical diagnoses. All patient rooms are equipped for cardiac monitoring and continuous pulse oximetry. The staffing ratio is typically 1 nurse to 4 patients, with occasional ratios of 1 to 5. Support roles include certified nursing assistants and a unit secretary.

Nursing staff will receive support from an interdisciplinary team, including physical therapy and respiratory services. Wound care is managed by a specialized team available seven days a week. Candidates must be able to float to other acute care units as needed. Experience with trauma care is preferred, particularly in a surgical setting. Applicants should have experience in managing various medical procedures such as central line care and telemetry monitoring.

The daily census in the unit averages around 22 patients. Wound care team support is strong, ensuring comprehensive care for patients. The charge nurse will provide additional assistance as needed. This role requires adherence to established float policies and guidelines.