TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified Other RN in Duluth, Georgia, 30096!
Job Title
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical (Acute Medicine)
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Acute Medicine Unit in a prominent acute care hospital located in Duluth, Georgia. This role involves providing comprehensive medical-surgical nursing care to a diverse adult patient population within a fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing patient care, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. This is a 13-week travel assignment, offering 12-hour day shifts, three days per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, wound care, and monitoring vital signs.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Educate patients and their families on health conditions, medications, and self-care techniques.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records and documentation.
- Respond to emergent situations and provide critical interventions as needed.
- Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or a compact state license.
- Minimum of two (2) years of recent, acute care experience in a Medical-Surgical or Acute Medicine Unit.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficient in comprehensive patient assessment and critical thinking.
- Strong clinical skills in medication administration, wound care, and patient monitoring.
- Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize care effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient, family, and team interaction.
- Competency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic acute care environment.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: Day Shift
- Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Days per Week: 3
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotation: Not specified.
- Holiday Requirements: Must work two (2) major holidays (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day) and one (1) minor holiday (The Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve).
- Contract Length: 13 weeks (November 9, 2026 - February 6, 2027).
Licensing Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or a compact multi-state license.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).