Travel Med / Surg Registered Nurse

Job Description

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lewiston, Idaho.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Med Surg
• Discipline : RN
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Med / Surge Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. In addition to general nursing care, responsibilities of Med / Surge Nurses include (but are not limited to) : Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse. Educates patients on surgical procedures. Records patients’ medical information and vital signs. Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays. Initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology. Provides bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients, including pre- and post-surgery patients. Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness / injury, by explaining : post-treatment home care needs. Changes dressings, inserts catheters, starts IVs. Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient. Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol. Participates in discharge planning. Utilizes time management skills. Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms. Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting. Facility Requirements : Must have ID RN or multi-state compact license, must be attached to resume Must have BLS certification, these must be attached to the submission (Must be through the American Heart Association) Must have 2 years Med / Surg experience in a hospital setting MUST USE TEMPLATE BELOW TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE. Any submittals without will be rejected!                           Email Title SUBJECT LINE : (SUBMISSION) - (CANDIDATE NAME) - (FACILITY NAME) - (SPECIALTY) - (POSITION ID) BODY of Submission : Years of Clinical Experience : Years of Travel Experience :    EMR Experience :     Certifications on file : Has your candidate ever worked at a Community Hospital facility either in a permanent or contract role? (Y / N) v If so, please list what facility, dates worked, and reporting manager. Have you attached the SSN & DOB, RTR, and Vendor Submittal Packet to the Candidate Record? : (Y / N) Does your candidate have requested time off in the 3 months? v If so, please list the dates. o  Please provide available interview times over the next 72 hours. Additional Information :

Healthtrust Workforce Solutions Job ID #6-973689. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.