Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

Job Details

Position:
Travel Nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry

Location:

Lafayette, Louisiana

Start Date:

07/13/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

Hours:

36 hours per week (12‑hour night shifts)

Employment Type:

Travel

Job  – Pay package based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend to be determined.

• Explain procedures and treatments to patients and families, addressing concerns and ensuring understanding
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in adherence to nursing standards
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ conditions, documenting changes and reporting concerns to the care team
• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures, assist physicians during treatments, and monitor patient responses
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients recovering from medical conditions or surgical procedures
• Document comprehensive patient information, including vital signs, medications, treatments, and care outcomes, in the medical record
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, physical therapists, and social workers, to create and implement individualized care plans
• Manage multiple patients efficiently, prioritizing care based on acuity and clinical needs
• Ensure infection control practices are strictly followed, including hand hygiene and PPE use
• Advocate for patients’ needs and preferences, ensuring they are respected and integrated into the care plan
• Facilitate discharge planning, coordinating with patients, families, and external resources to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

• One year of recent Med Surg/Tele RN experience
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification
• NIHSS certification (preferred)
• ACLS (AHA / ARC) certification (preferred)
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
• Benefits start day 1
• Mileage reimbursement
• License and certification reimbursement
• Weekly pay
• Cancellation protection
• Guaranteed hours
• Employee assistance programs
• Continuing education

Other Duties Disclaimer:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

* Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer