Travel RN, MedSurg - Altoona, PA

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical (Rotating Shift) in Altoona, Pennsylvania.

Location

Altoona, PA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Rotating Shift - 12 hours per shift, 3 days per week.

Job Description

The Professional Staff Nurse plays a crucial role in the care delivery team, responsible for maintaining high standards and quality of nursing care. This position involves managing patient care activities using independent judgment and collaboration with other healthcare team members, ensuring a healing environment by incorporating evidence-based practices and relationship-based care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to a group of patients and their families.
• Actively participate in quality improvement efforts and feedback processes within the department.
• Utilize research and evidence-based practice to influence patient plans of care.
• Formulate care plans incorporating patient involvement and individual needs.
• Communicate effectively with team members and document care accurately.
• Teach patients, families, and new staff utilizing adult learning principles.
• Build strong relationships with patients, their families, and colleagues to enhance care experiences.
• Respond to team member needs and adapt to changes in the work environment.

Required Experience

2 years of nursing experience is required.

Certifications/Licensure

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Compliance with PA Acts 31, 33, 34, and 73.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.