RN - MedSurg

Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse for a dynamic medical-surgical unit. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in patient care and will be equipped to manage a variety of patient diagnoses.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients.
• Manage and monitor telemetry patients, including interpretation of dysrhythmias.
• Administer medications, including IV insulin protocols and blood products.
• Perform colostomy care, feeding tube management, and pre/post hemodialysis care.
• Conduct blood draws via central and peripheral lines.
• Utilize non-invasive airway management techniques and oxygen therapy.
• Ensure adherence to isolation precautions and wound care protocols.
• Collaborate with rapid response teams and participate in patient assessments.
• Document patient care accurately using Epic and SBAR formats.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Accepts first-time travelers as well as local candidates.
• Certifications: BCLS certification required.
• Preferred skills include telemetry management, surgical drain care, and tracheostomy management.

Shift Details

• 12-hour night shifts available (18:45 - 07:15).
• 36 or 48 hours per week accepted.
• Operational flexibility required, including potential floating to other units.
• Weekend shifts of 12-16 hours may be required during the contract.

Unit Specifics

• Target nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5-6.
• Unit orientation: 24 hours, with hospital orientation in the first week.
• Patient population includes diagnoses such as dementia, diabetes, COVID-19, pneumonia, and more.

Additional Information

• Must pass EKG testing prior to starting in this specialty.
• Contract staff may be required to work during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters.
• This position involves an isolation area for COVID-19 patients and multi-level care capabilities.

Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional care to a diverse patient population while enhancing your nursing skills in a supportive environment.

Client Details State NC

Pulse Healthcare