RN - MS

Registered Nurse

This position involves working night shifts. The candidate cannot live within 50 miles of the facility. Travelers are required to float to other medical-surgical and telemetry floors as needed. The unit consists of a 29-bed general surgical and orthopedic unit with medical overflow. The contract length is for 13 weeks with the possibility of extension. Expect to work weekdays, every other weekend, and holidays as needed. Certifications required are BCLS and ACLS. Travel experience is preferred. Scrubs are not provided; royal blue or white scrubs are required. The electronic medical record system used is Meditech. Vaccination for COVID-19 is required, with allowances for medical or religious exemptions. Flu vaccination is also required, with similar allowances. Candidates should have experience in accessing and managing ports, administering blood products, and managing chest tubes. Familiarity with high flow nasal cannula management, telemetry, and post-cardiac procedures is critical. Skills in wound care, starting and maintaining IVs, and managing central lines are essential. Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, and pharmacy. The patient population primarily includes adults, with diagnoses related to surgical and orthopedic needs, as well as medical overflow conditions. Additional responsibilities may include performing special procedures like managing heparin drips and PICC lines. Candidates must demonstrate a willingness to float within the hospital as necessary. The facility has high patient-to-clinician ratios and frequent floating may be required. Participation in holidays and weekend shifts in rotation with staff is expected.