Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Healthforce•City of Rochester, NY

9d•$2,252 - $2,290•Onsite

About The Position

This is a travel assignment for a Registered Nurse specializing in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry in Rochester, NY. The role is for a 17-week contract in an inpatient acute care setting, requiring the nurse to work 12-hour rotating shifts. The position involves delivering direct patient care, monitoring telemetry, administering medications, collaborating with a healthcare team, and maintaining accurate electronic health records. There is potential for assuming Level II responsibilities, such as charge nurse duties or precepting, and participation in quality improvement activities.

Requirements

New York RN license required
BLS (American Heart Association) required
Minimum 2 years of RN experience
Telemetry experience required
Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, with on-call/holiday requirements as needed

Responsibilities

Deliver patient care for telemetry-enabled Med Surg patients under the direction of the Nurse Manager, following established standards.
Monitor cardiac telemetry, vital signs, and patient responses; administer medications and treatments per physicians’ orders.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, participate in rounding, and provide patient and family education.
Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record; ensure patient safety and quality of care.
Assume Level II responsibilities as needed, including potential charge nurse duties, precepting new staff, and participating in unit committees when assigned.
Uphold evidence-based practice and participate in continuing education and unit quality improvement activities.