Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Bemidji, MN

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

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical

Location

Bemidji, MN

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 12-Hour Shifts | Every Other Weekend and Holiday Required | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, develop and implement care plans, and provide patient and family education across medical, surgical, orthopedic, and occasional behavioral health populations
• Administer medications and perform wound care in accordance with facility protocols
• Manage clinical procedures including chest tube management, trach care, and assistance with paracentesis and thoracentesis
• Monitor telemetry patients and manage patient admissions and discharges
• Utilize electronic health record and unit equipment including Epic, AccuDose medication system, Hoyer Lift, Overbed Lift, Space Labs Vitals Machines, and glucometers
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety

Required Qualifications

• Active Minnesota RN License
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Medical Surgical unit
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Ability to monitor telemetry patients
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, every other weekend, and assigned holidays
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate proactively when assistance is needed

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience caring for orthopedic patients
• Familiarity with Epic electronic health records and AccuDose medication dispensing systems
• Experience with behavioral health patients presenting with medical needs

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-supported 41-bed unit with ward secretaries and nursing aides available to assist, allowing nurses to focus on quality patient care
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with a strong emphasis on patient safety and professional support