Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,400 to $2,450 per week in Watertown, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: Watertown, NY
Agency: job.com
Pay: $2,400 to $2,450 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

• Continuous Cardiac Monitoring: Must proficiently monitor, interpret, and promptly report changes in EKG/ECG readings and rhythms.

• Comprehensive Patient Assessments: Perform thorough and frequent physical and psychosocial assessments to detect subtle changes in patient condition.

• IV Drip Management: Safely administer and manage complex intravenous medications and drips, including Heparin, Potassium, and Magnesium riders .

• Critical Thinking & Prioritization: Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills to prioritize care for a diverse patient load in a high-acuity environment.

• Disease Management: Care for common medical and surgical diagnoses, such as CHF, COPD exacerbations, Sepsis, and various post-operative cases.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work effectively with physicians, specialists, and ancillary staff to coordinate and execute holistic care plans.

• EHR Proficiency: Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation using the electronic health record (EHR) system (e.g., Meditech).

• Leadership & Delegation: Utilize leadership skills to delegate tasks and oversee care provided by LPNs or unlicensed assistive personnel.

• Patient Education: Provide thorough and clear patient and family education regarding disease processes, medication regimens, and discharge instructions.

Requirements

• Experience:

  • Must be a current traveler and have completed at least one successful previous travel assignment . 

  • Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.

  • Thorough knowledge of nursing principles.

• License/Certifications:

  • Must hold a CURRENT New York (NY) Registered Nurse (RN) license .

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) are REQUIRED .

• Technology: Required experience with the Meditech electronic health record (EHR) system.