Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg

Medical Edge Recruitment

Baton Rouge, LA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Acute Care, Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Assessment, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Health Plan, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Conditions, Medication Administration, Medications, Nursing, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Education, Physical Demands, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Surgical Nursing, Time Management, Treatment Evaluation, Treatment Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Baton Rouge, LA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Travel Med/Surg RN

Traveler Requirement:
Candidates must reside 65 miles or more from the facility to qualify for this travel assignment and associated stipends.

Facility: Ochsner Health Center - Baton Rouge
Compensation & Schedule
  • Weekly Gross Pay: Up to $2,136
  • Hourly Rate: $26/hour
  • Weekly Non-Taxed Stipend: $1,200 (for qualified travelers)
  • Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Position Overview
Medical Edge Recruitment is seeking an experienced Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment. This position is ideal for a dedicated nurse who thrives in a fast-paced acute care environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

As a MedSurg RN, you will provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients with a wide variety of medical conditions, utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure positive patient outcomes and an outstanding patient experience.
Responsibilities
  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans
  • Administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to physician orders
  • Monitor patient conditions and report significant changes to providers
  • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care
  • Delegate tasks appropriately to nursing assistants and ancillary staff
  • Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation
  • Promote patient safety, quality care, and regulatory compliance
  • Support departmental goals and contribute to a positive team environment
Qualifications
  • Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • Minimum of 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical nursing experience
  • Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking abilities
  • Experience with electronic medical records and computer-based charting systems
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Specialty certification in Medical-Surgical Nursing
  • Previous travel nursing experience
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
  • Ability to perform physically demanding patient care activities, including lifting and repositioning patients
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and patient handling
  • Routine exposure to blood, bodily fluids, tissues, and communicable diseases
  • Potential exposure to hazardous medications and healthcare waste
  • Must adhere to all infection prevention, safety, and compliance standards
Why Choose Medical Edge Recruitment?
At Medical Edge, we are committed to helping healthcare professionals succeed. We offer:
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Tax-free stipends for qualified travelers
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Dedicated recruiter support
  • Personalized onboarding and credentialing assistance
  • Weekly pay
  • Access to top healthcare facilities nationwide

Join Medical Edge Recruitment and advance your nursing career while making a meaningful difference in patient care.

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