Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Cape Girardeau, MO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel RN – Medical Surgical Neurosciences (Night Shift)

Location

Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 weeks (up to 26 weeks upon request) | Full-Time | Onsite | Nights 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 36 guaranteed hours per week | Weekend rotation required (every other full weekend)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans, including nursing diagnosis, care objectives, and defined interventions for medical and surgical neuroscience patients (Parkinson's, stroke, lumbar, etc.)
• Monitor, record, and report changes in patient conditions; administer medications, wound care, and IV therapy including central line management
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care; consult and coordinate as needed
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient care services using EPIC EMR
• Assume or support charge nurse duties as needed; provide appropriate supervision and delegation to unlicensed assistive personnel and ancillary staff
• Promote patient safety through safety huddles, bedside shift report, adherence to infection-control protocols, and advocacy via chain of command

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• NIH Stroke Scale certification (may be completed at orientation)
• Flu vaccination required (November 1 – April 1)
• Willingness to assume or learn charge nurse responsibilities

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Neuroscience and stroke nursing experience highly preferred
• Prior charge nurse experience
• Familiarity with EPIC EMR

Why Join Us

• Work within a nationally recognized, Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and Comprehensive Cardiac Center serving a vibrant Missouri community
• Gain specialized experience in a dedicated neurosciences unit with a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth