Travel Med Surg/Telemetry RN

Travel Med Surg/Tele RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Dubuque, Iowa Assignment Length: 13 weeks About the Position Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Med Surg/Tele RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Dubuque, Iowa. The role involves delivering comprehensive high‑quality, patient‑centered care in medical‑surgical and telemetry units, including assessment, monitoring, medication administration, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Responsibilities Explain procedures and treatments to patients and families. Administer prescribed medications and treatments in adherence to nursing standards. Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ conditions, documenting changes and reporting concerns to the care team. Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures, assist physicians during treatments, and monitor patient responses. Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients recovering from medical conditions or surgical procedures. Document comprehensive patient information, including vital signs, medications, treatments, and care outcomes, in the medical record. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized care plans. Manage multiple patients efficiently, prioritizing care based on acuity and clinical needs. Ensure infection control practices are strictly followed, including hand hygiene and PPE use. Advocate for patients’ needs and preferences, ensuring they are respected and integrated into the care plan. Facilitate discharge planning, coordinating with patients, families, and external resources. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice. Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards. Required Qualifications One year of recent Med Surg/Tele RN experience. Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations. Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification. Preferred Qualifications NIHSS certification. ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification. Other certifications and licenses as required for this position. Essential Skills Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate in English. Physical abilities: remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend. Interpersonal skills: work effectively with a variety of personnel and maintain a positive attitude. Technical/motor skills: perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment. Mental requirements: cope with frequent contact with general public, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision or independently, handle irregular activity schedules, maintain continuous concentration to detail. Sensory: possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate. Benefits Highly competitive pay for travel professionals. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage. Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours. Life and short‑term disability offered. 401(k) matching. Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program. 24/7 recruiter support. Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs. Other Duties Disclaimer To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice. Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer #pb7. #J-18808-Ljbffr