Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,946 per week in Macon, GA

Job Title: RN - MedSurg/Tele Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Medical Surgical/Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour Day Shift Hours per Shift: 36 (7a-7p) Experience: Minimum of 2 years Med/Tele RN experience required License: RN License required Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred; National certification in Medical-Surgical preferred Must-Have: - Strong clinical assessment and med-surg nursing skills for Level 1 Trauma Client - IV insertion and care, central line management - Trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts - Cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation - Wound care and post-op monitoring - Discharge planning and patient education management Description: This position is for a MedSurg/Tele Registered Nurse. Patient types include those with acute or chronic diseases, post-operative surgeries, and common comorbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, infections, CHF, and electrolyte imbalances.

Job Title: RN - MedSurg/Tele Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Medical Surgical/Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour Day Shift Hours per Shift: 36 (7a-7p) Experience: Minimum of 2 years Med/Tele RN experience required License: RN License required Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred; National certification in Medical-Surgical preferred Must-Have: - Strong clinical assessment and med-surg nursing skills for Level 1 Trauma Client - IV insertion and care, central line management - Trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts - Cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation - Wound care and post-op monitoring - Discharge planning and patient education management Description: This position is for a MedSurg/Tele Registered Nurse. The facility has 637 licensed beds and a Level 1 Trauma Designation. It is also a teaching hospital with a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center. The unit has 35 beds with an average census of 35 patients. Patient types include those with acute or chronic diseases, post-operative surgeries, and common comorbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, infections, CHF, and electrolyte imbalances. Patient ratios are RN: 1:4-6, LPN: 1:4-6, and CNA: 2-3 per shift. Required skills include strong clinical assessment and med-surg nursing abilities. The candidate will perform patient care coordination with the interdisciplinary team. The role involves monitoring patients, managing treatments, and ensuring timely and appropriate care. Telemetry monitoring and interpretation are essential aspects of the position. The Registered Nurse will also participate in discharge planning and patient education. Support within the department includes CNAs who assist with vital signs, glucose checks, bathing, feeding, and ambulation of patients. There is a unit secretary available during operational hours. Resource and discharge nurses are available to assist as needed. There is a 24/7 respiratory therapy and hospitalist team on-site. The facility utilizes an electronic medical record system and various medical equipment for patient care. The unit culture is team-oriented and fast-paced. The facility provides an environment that encourages growth and collaboration among staff.