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Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,060 per week in Newburgh, IN

Malone Healthcare

  • Newburgh, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • $2,060

Highlights

Provide direct nursing care to a neurology and neuro-surgical patient population including CVA, elective back/neck surgeries, post-op craniotomies, cerebral angiograms, general medical, and psychiatric patients on a 37-bed unit. Float as first to float within skillset to sister campuses (approximately 8-11 miles away) with a minimum of 2 hours' notice for cross-campus floats; mid-shift float within the same campus is also possible.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNewburgh, IN
Salary$2,060

Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct nursing care to a neurology and neuro-surgical patient population including CVA, elective back/neck surgeries, post-op craniotomies, cerebral angiograms, general medical, and psychiatric patients on a 37-bed unit
  • Perform strong neurological assessments including NIHSS and dysphagia screening, with strict intake and output monitoring, straight catheterization, and Foley management
  • Initiate and titrate heparin drips; manage stable infusions (e.g., Protonix, Lasix); administer blood and blood products; perform venipuncture and blood cultures
  • Manage NG tubes and indwelling drains; apply basic telemetry interpretation and critical thinking skills throughout patient care
  • Float as first to float within skillset to sister campuses (approximately 8-11 miles away) with a minimum of 2 hours' notice for cross-campus floats; mid-shift float within the same campus is also possible
  • May be required to precept nursing students and new hires as this is a teaching facility
Required Qualifications
  • Current, active Registered Nurse Compact License required
  • AHA BLS certification required
  • NIHSS certification required
  • Minimum of two years of strong, recent neurology nursing experience
  • At least one prior travel nursing assignment required
  • Trauma Level II experience required
  • Recent Epic EMR experience required (checkoff class will be required upon start)
  • Must live at least 40 miles from the facility to be eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills
  • Experience with post-operative craniotomy and cerebral angiogram patient care
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple drip titrations and complex neurological patient assignments
  • Adaptable, resilient, and collaborative professional who works well within an established team environment
  • Comfort with precepting students or orienting new staff in a teaching hospital setting
Why Join Us
  • Join a well-established, cohesive neurology unit with experienced, stable leadership and a team known for welcoming travel nurses
  • Gain exposure to a diverse neuro-surgical patient population in a structured, supportive acute care environment


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