Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,300 per week

LanceSoft is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Mauston, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

POSITION SUMMARYThe Registered Nurse position provides quality, professional, general nursing care to patients. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, documenting, and evaluating patient care for a group of patients in the department. Must adapt appropriately to changes in daily assignments, patient status changes, and unit needs. This position requires providing care to Med/Surg and EICU patients.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Use and perpetuate the nursing process throughout the patient's hospitalization. Ensure that patient care is individualized to meet the patient s unique needs and situation. General knowledge of disease processes and anticipated treatments, labs, vital signs, and any other potential complications in relation to diagnosis.Initiate, develop and document patient plan of care based on patient assessment and medical diagnosis and set priorities for nursing action in accordance with departmental expectations.Within the framework of unit requirements, physician orders, and policy and procedures, provide care independently with minimal supervision.Respond to life threatening situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.Maintain a comprehensive understanding of procedures and treatments and have the ability to explain them to patients at their level of understanding.Perform or assist with procedures per approved departmental policy and procedure.Observe and record significant condition changes or reaction for patients. In a timely manner, notify Provider of change in patient's condition, reaction to drug, treatment, and significant incidents.Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.Via the electronic medical record (EMR), acknowledge physician s orders by the process of review and verification. Once the order is acknowledged, follow through on order or delegate in a timely fashion.Be proficient in medication administration, including IV therapy, as evidenced by lack of medication errors.Initiate patient/family education plan and discharge needs according to the individualized needs of the patient/family, as prescribed by provider and/or hospital policy.Delegate to and collaborates with other health team members in planning and providing care based on patient needs.Safely care for multiple patients. Maintains a safe environment for patients and uses safety precautions appropriately.Demonstrate understanding and utilization of Universal Precautions, asepsis and infection control procedures.Ensure proper handling of specimens.All other duties as requested.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Required qualifications to effectively perform job. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.Two-year degree in nursing required. BSN preferred.Must hold and maintain Wisconsin Registered Nursing license. BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire. ACLS certification required or obtained within 6 months of hire. PALS encouragedExceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.Intermediate proficiency with computers is required. Excellent clinical skills and problem-solving skills required Ability to plan, organize and prioritize effectively with staff, patients, and public.Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and de-escalation skills. Ability to have continuous oral and written communication with patients, co-workers, and supervisors is essential.PHYSICAL ABILITIES Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.This position is generally active in nature. Repetitive movements, occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, pulling, pushing, reaching, lifting, stooping and the ability to read a computer screen, detect color-coding and read fine print will be expected.WORK ENVIRONMENT Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

LanceSoft Job ID #j975t3c08z02b86kxgrf0k2z058ay83w. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Med Surg

About LanceSoft

Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we're 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits