Medical Surgical/Telemetry Nurse (RN)/Travel contract

ATC HEALTHCARE NEW JERSEY HAS OPEN TRAVEL CONTRACTS FOR RN's! Specialty: Med surg/Tele First time traveler encouraged to apply. Start date: 15/12/2024 Duration: 13 weeks Shift info: 3x12 hr nights, 7p‑730a Pay: $61‑$63 per hour. No block scheduling. Requirements: RTO due at time of submission, max 7 days – no RTO on May 26‑29, June 19, July 1‑4 (EOW). No on‑call. Primary Unit: 1 Meadow – will float as needed to MS/Tele units and may float between Mainland & Atlantic City Campus. Experience: 2 years (or close to 2 years) required. Certifications: BLS, ACLS required. Patient mix/skills: Monitor patients receiving chemo, surgical drains, cardiac drips (no titrating), phlebotomy. Must be able to start IVs, access ports, and manage and interpret dysrhythmias. Charting system: Cerner (experience preferred). Patient ratio up to 1:5‑1:7. Scrubs: Navy blue. May wear a black, white, gray, or navy top under scrub top. Vaccination: Must be fully vaccinated, including COVID booster. Job Summary The Adult Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) is a healthcare provider who, through education and experience, possesses a distinct body of knowledge and skills related to the care of the adult patient across the lifespan who is experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical interventions. The RN applies general nursing knowledge in assessing, implementing, and evaluating patient response to general and specific conditions, therapies, and interventions. The RN initiates nursing care, health teaching, and counseling that supports life and restores well‑being. Nursing care is performed in accordance with the nurse practice act and under the direction and supervision of the appropriate client representative(s) on the assigned Adult Medical Surgical Unit. Benefits Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Referral program Tuition reimbursement 401k Plan Flexible Schedules Life insurance Disability insurance Identity theft insurance Education Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing. License Current and unrestricted RN nursing license in the state of practice. Experience One year of experience as an RN in an Adult Medical Surgical Unit in the last three years. Credentials Current CPR at least to the BLS level; and other health and screening tests as required by specific facilities and/or regulatory agencies. Environmental Working Conditions Various client facility settings; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials. Representative Duties and Responsibilities Complies with CapsuleAID policies/procedures. Complies with client facility nursing policies/procedures. Conducts individualized patient assessment, prioritizing collection of data based on individual needs and condition. Conducts ongoing nursing assessment as dictated by the patient's condition and in accordance with client facility's protocols. Collaborates with other team members in the development, implementation, and evaluation of an individualized plan of care. Performs appropriate treatments and therapies as ordered by physician in an appropriate and timely fashion. Provides individualized patient and family teaching. Documents patient assessments, findings, and psychosocial responses to nursing interventions. Initiates emergency measures according to adult and client resuscitation protocols. Maintains confidentiality related to patient, family, client facility and staff in accordance with HIPAA. Provides patient care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved. Advocates patient rights with respect to advance directives and organ donation. Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift, as needed based on individualized patient assessment. Maintains competency by participating in continuing education programs and meets state specific requirements. Complies with accepted ethical conduct and professional Standards of Nursing Practice as set forth by the American Nurses Association or equivalent national organization. Demonstrates ability to delegate effectively and appropriately. Other Duties Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer CapsuleAID Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr