Travel Registered Nurse; RN) Surgical

About the job Travel Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical
Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical Unit, Aberdeen Regional Hospital

Location: Aberdeen Regional Hospital, 835 East River Road, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
Shifts: 12-hour shifts (Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays)
Pay Rate: $80

Tahir Medix Staffing is seeking experienced Travel Registered Nurses (RNs) to join the Medical/Surgical Inpatient Unit at Aberdeen Regional Hospital
. This unit provides comprehensive care, with half dedicated to general surgery and medicine overflow
, while the other half serves as the zones orthopedic unit
. This opportunity is ideal for RNs looking to enhance their surgical and medical care expertise in a dynamic hospital environment.

• Aberdeen Regional Hospital is a key healthcare facility in northern Nova Scotia, delivering a wide range of surgical and medical services
  .
• The Medical/Surgical Inpatient Unit includes:
  • General Surgery and Medicine Overflow
  • Orthopedic Unit serving the zone's surgical patients
• Staff-to-patient ratio: Typically 1:4, with a minimum of 1:5 on lower staffing days.
• 12-hour shifts
  , including days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  .
• Day Shift: 0700 - 1900
• Night Shift: 1900 - 0700
• Applicants are encouraged to complete all or the majority of the assignment
  . Time-off requests should be submitted at the time of application.

• Coordinate and direct overall nursing care in surgical and medical settings.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care
  , including assessments, interventions, and continuous monitoring of surgical patients.
• Perform complex wound care, IV therapy, pain management
  , and other post-surgical nursing interventions.
• Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and achieve positive patient and family outcomes.
• Administer medications, assess patient conditions, and update care plans.
• Ensure accurate documentation in accordance with Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) guidelines
  .
• Contribute to the efficient and effective functioning of the unit.

• Active RN License in Nova Scotia
• Minimum one year of recent experience in a surgical or medical inpatient unit
• Mandatory certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex patient care
• Experience in general surgery, orthopedic care, or post-operative nursing is an asset
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative care team

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling and a supportive work environment
• Opportunities for career growth in travel nursing

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our team!