TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Englewood, Colorado, 80113!
Job Title: RN - Med/Surg
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Medical Surgical
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 07:00 - 19:00
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 1 year of current Med/Surg experience
License: Active RN License
Certifications: BLS Required; ACLS Preferred
Description:
Travel RN position in a Neuro Med/Surg unit.
Unit consists of 38 beds with a staff of 55.
Day shift includes 2 charge nurses (without patients) with a 4-5:1 RN ratio.
Night shift includes 1-2 charge nurses (depending on staffing) with a 4-5:1 RN ratio.
2 Patient Care Technicians available on each shift.
Patient ratios typically estimated at 5:1 or 6:1 but not guaranteed.
Equipment used includes IV pumps, seizure monitoring, BiPAP, CPAP (mostly at night), and glucometers.
Electronic Medical Records system is Meditech.
Candidates must have initiative and be collaborative team players.
Preferred skills include neuro experience and familiarity with Meditech.
Typical procedures performed on the unit include NIH/stroke assessments, neuro assessments, fall risk assessments, tracheostomy care, and management of feeding tubes.
Ideal candidates should possess strong critical thinking skills, the ability to multi-task, and a positive and flexible attitude.
Engagement with patient experience tactics is essential.