Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess the required skills and demonstrate a commitment to high-quality patient care. This position involves working with both adult and geriatric patients on a medical/surgical unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in a medical/surgical environment.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the healthcare team.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Float to similar units as needed, including inpatient boarding in the Emergency Department.
• Participate in the Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team, responding to emergencies as required.
• Attend unit team meetings held monthly and additional meetings as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Active BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a medical/surgical setting is required.
• Experience working with heparin drips and high-flow oxygen preferred.
• CPI certification is preferred.
• Charge nurse experience is preferred, particularly for night shift travelers.

Shift Details

• 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15.
• 36 and 48-hour contracts accepted, with options for longer contracts of 13-26 weeks.
• Every other weekend and holiday work is required.
• Patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:6.

Orientation and Training

• 24 hours of unit orientation is provided.
• All travelers must pass EKG testing prior to the start of the contract.

Uniform Requirements

Scrubs are to be navy and white.

Additional Information

All team members are expected to demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to varying unit needs. This may involve working during holidays and participating in unit functions.