Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,086 per week in Paducah, KY

Actively participate in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, CAUTI reduction, and documentation auditing. Develop and implement individualized care plans in coordination with patients, families, and the inter-professional team, adjusting interventions based on ongoing assessment and response to therapies.

TravelNurseSource is working with Malone Healthcare to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Paducah, Kentucky, 42001!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document comprehensive patient assessments, incorporating cultural, age-specific, and developmental considerations in accordance with RN scope of practice and department policies
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in coordination with patients, families, and the inter-professional team, adjusting interventions based on ongoing assessment and response to therapies
• Recognize, respond to, and communicate changes in patient condition in a timely and appropriate manner
• Facilitate admission, transfer, and discharge activities, including execution of discharge orders, patient and family education, and coordination with Case Management
• Delegate tasks appropriately and monitor accuracy and completeness of care provided by other team members
• Actively participate in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, CAUTI reduction, and documentation auditing

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Kentucky
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all members of the care team
• Proficiency with or ability to be trained on relevant computer systems and clinical applications

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous clinical nursing experience in a hospital or acute care setting
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to practice in a patient-centered environment that values nursing excellence, evidence-based practice, and a holistic approach to care
• Work alongside a collaborative inter-professional team that supports clinical autonomy and professional growth