TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified Other RN in Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046!
Job Title
Registered Nurse - Acute Medicine Unit
Job Summary
Join our dedicated team as a Registered Nurse on an Acute Medicine Unit in Lawrenceville, Georgia. This travel assignment is ideal for experienced nurses seeking to provide high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse adult patient population within a dynamic acute care hospital setting.
You will play a vital role in patient assessment, care planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This position requires a commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence, and adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring for effectiveness and adverse reactions.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs, symptoms, and responses to interventions.
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and self-care.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
- Maintain accurate and thorough electronic medical records.
- Respond to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of recent, acute care experience in Medical-Surgical or Acute Medicine.
- Ability to commute or relocate for the duration of the assignment; candidates residing within 50 miles of Lawrenceville, Georgia, are not eligible.
Preferred Qualifications
Not specified.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency in medication administration and IV therapy.
- Ability to manage multiple patients with varying acuities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to adapt to fast-paced and changing clinical environments.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: Nights (NOC)
- Hours: 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM
- Days per Week: 3 days per week (36 hours/week)
- Contract Length: 12 weeks
- Assignment Dates: October 26, 2026 - January 16, 2027
- Holiday Requirements: Must work 2 major holidays (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day) and 1 minor holiday (The Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve) during the assignment period.
Licensing Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or a compact state license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).