Travel RN - Med/Surg - Montgomery, AL - - 12/04/24 - Excellent Benefits 2024-12-

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Montgomery, Alabama, 36116 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse - Staff Float Pool MedSurg Job Specialty: MedSurg Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 7:00 AM 12-hour Days - 36/48 Guaranteed Hours: 36/48 Experience: At least 18 months experience in MedSurg License: Registered Nurse Certifications: BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - Trauma/surgical experience - Wound care, chest tubes, NGT, IV skills - Medication administration and documentation - Escalation skills Job Description: - Work within a Level II Trauma Center and Level III NICU - First-time travelers must have at least 18 months of relevant experience - Will be given a home unit during orientation - Care for patients undergoing general surgery, vascular surgeries, and other conditions - Patient Ratios: 1:5-6 depending on unit - Specific skills for different units: - 6 North Trauma Surgical: General surgery, vascular surgeries - 5 South Neuroscience: CVA, TBI, seizure, AMS, spinal fusion, craniotomy, degenerative diseases, post-trauma, angiogram - 5 North MedSurg/Oncology: All patient types except stroke and MI, palliative care, ETOH withdrawal, MS/Oncology patients, chemo administration if certified - 4 South Clinical Decision Unit: General MedSurg, COPD, CHF, diabetes, MRSA, VRE, C-Diff, COVID, pneumonia, renal failure, sepsis, UTI, end-of-life comfort care - 3 South Orthopedics: Orthopedic and spine patients, joint replacements, fractures, fusions, laminectomies - 3 North MS/Ortho/Urology: Urology, ENT, ortho, MedSurg patients - Support on the Unit: - CNA Ratio: 1:6 - Receptionist/HUC present - Charge nurse available, rarely takes assignments - Phlebotomy and IV/VAT Team available - Hospitalist on site - RNs will interpret and confirm telemetry strip readings q4 hours - Technology/Equipment: - EMR: Cerner - IV pumps: Plum 360 - Medication dispensing: Omnicell - Monitors: Spacelabs - Floating to like-unit/patient location as needed - Orientation includes 24 hours of classroom time and 24 hours on the unit for new travelers or those returning after 1 years - Scheduling includes a weekend rotation every other week or four weekend days per month; holiday expectations are one major and one minor seasonal holiday as per policy - Scrub Color: Any color 26015599EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Some travel nursing agencies provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare. Travel nurses often form close bonds with colleagues who share similar adventurous spirits. This camaraderie can provide a strong support system during assignments and beyond. Travel nursing is a fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth, personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places makes it a unique and rewarding career choice.