Travel RN - Med​/Surg

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring Epic proficiency and charge nurse capability on night shifts.

Job Details

• Acute care hospital Med/Surg unit with a daily census of approximately 43 patients,

• Adult and geriatric general Med/Surg patient population,

• Patient ratio of 1:6-7,

• 12-hour night shifts, 18:45-07:15,

• 36 or 48 hours per week accepted,

• Charge nurse role is required for night shift travelers,

• Procedures performed include insulin drips, heparin drips, wound vac dressing changes, high flow oxygen, and occasional short-term BiPap with respiratory support,

• No PCU-level patients on this unit,

• EMR:
Epic (experience required); additional systems include Pyxis and SBAR communication,

• Every other weekend required,

• On-call required for pre-scheduled call shifts,

• Floating required to similar units and alternate care locations, including inpatient holding areas,

• Contract length of 13-26 weeks accepted,

• Navy scrubs required; not provided by the facility,

Job Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required,

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required,

• Current BLS certification required,

• Epic EMR experience required,

• Must be proficient with insulin and heparin drips,

• Must pass EKG testing prior to start,

• CPI certification preferred,

• Charge nurse experience preferred,

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply,

• Local candidates are accepted,

• Travelers will be assigned to an Inclement Weather Team and may be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters such as storms or hurricanes - unit consolidation or reassignment may occur mid-contract,

• May occasionally care for COVID-positive patients,

• Holiday coverage is required,

• No RTO is permitted after booking; any call-offs may result in contract cancellation,

• Orientation is 24 hours,

• BiPap support is limited and short-term; no additional training is required and is appropriate for all Med/Surg nurses