Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,598 per week in Corpus Christi, TX

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 07:00 - 19:00 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 1 year License: RN License Certifications: Required certifications Must-Have: Acute medical-surgical experience of 1+ years within the last year. Day shift includes 1 charge nurse, 4 registered nurses, 2 patient care assistants, 1 unit secretary, and 0-2 sitters.

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 07:00 - 19:00 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 1 year License: RN License Certifications: Required certifications Must-Have: Acute medical-surgical experience of 1+ years within the last year. Ability to care for 4-6 patients at a time. Description: The unit consists of 22 beds and has a staff of 30. Day shift includes 1 charge nurse, 4 registered nurses, 2 patient care assistants, 1 unit secretary, and 0-2 sitters. Night shift includes 4 registered nurses, 1-2 patient care assistants, and 0-2 sitters. The maximum patient ratio is 6:1. The unit uses standard EMR system. Candidates with experience in neuro patients including CVA, TIA, and AMS will be preferred. RNs with a neuro/neuro-surgery or orthopedic background are preferred. A med/surg/telemetry background will suffice. Typical procedures performed include care of medical-surgical patients. Standard nursing skills required include IV insertions, urinary catheter insertion and maintenance, and central line maintenance. Responsibilities also include medication administration, communication with the care team, and documentation in the electronic health record. Additional skills such as continuous bladder irrigation and NGT insertion and maintenance are expected. The ideal candidate will be friendly, positive, patient-centered, and team-focused.