Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Athens, TN

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Athens, TN
Agency: Malone Healthcare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job ID: 903881

Job Title


Travel RN - Medical/Surgical

Location


Athens, TN | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type


Contract | 13 Weeks | Days (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Medical/Surgical unit serving adult and geriatric populations
• Manage common diagnoses including pneumonia, CVA, chest pain, post-surgical recovery, electrolyte imbalances, and DVT
• Maintain a patient ratio of 6:1 and utilize unit equipment including bladder scanners and glucometers
• Document patient care accurately using the Medhost EHR system
• Maintain current BLS certification throughout the duration of the assignment
• Comply with all Tennessee state requirements, including clearance through the Tennessee Abuse Registry prior to assignment start

• Active RN licensure valid in the state of Tennessee
• BLS certification required prior to start
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience
• Clearance through the Tennessee Abuse Registry required prior to start date
• All required certifications must be obtained prior to assignment start; client reserves the right to require additional certifications
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel rates

• Critical care thinking skills and the ability to manage complex, acutely ill patients
• Prior experience with Medhost EHR
• Familiarity with geriatric patient populations

• Work within a collaborative, close-knit team environment at a Trauma Level 3 acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient services
• Expected 36 hours per week with a consistent day shift schedule on an active Med/Surg unit