Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Medical-Surgical
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 2 years
License: Registered Nurse
Certifications: BLS
Must-Have:
Great communication skills
Strong teamwork abilities
Compassionate care
Description:
Traveler will be scheduled in accordance with facility policy.
Expected to work every other weekend and holidays in rotation with hospital employees.
May have the option for additional hours.
The unit has a capacity of 42 beds with a patient ratio goal of 1:6, which may increase to 1:7.
Staffing includes 8 nurses, unit secretaries on days, and 4 techs every shift.
Typical medical-surgical equipment is used, such as EKGs, bladder scanners, and vein finders.
Documentation is managed through a Meditech system.
Three 12-hour shifts are standard.
Staff may float as needed based on demand.
Requires skills in wound care, Foley catheters, and tracheostomy care.
The unit has received a Great Catch award for patient safety.
Recognized for significant improvement in fall rates.
The team emphasizes patient disposition and safe discharge.
The unit supports teamwork and fosters engagement among staff.
Charleston is known for its rich history, museums, and outdoor activities.
The supportive management and work-life balance are highlighted as key benefits of the workplace.