Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,482 per week in Charleston, SC

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical-Surgical Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 19:00 - 07:00 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years required License: RN Certifications: BLS Must-Have: Great communication skills Strong teamwork abilities Compassionate care Description: Traveler will be scheduled per facility policy. Unit staffing includes 8 nurses, unit secretaries, and 4 techs on every shift.

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical-Surgical Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 19:00 - 07:00 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years required License: RN Certifications: BLS Must-Have: Great communication skills Strong teamwork abilities Compassionate care Description: Traveler will be scheduled per facility policy. Expected to work every other weekend and holidays in rotation with hospital employees. 48-hour shifts are an option. 42 patient beds on the unit. Patient ratio is 1:6 as a goal but may go up to 1:7. Unit staffing includes 8 nurses, unit secretaries, and 4 techs on every shift. Typical medical-surgical equipment used such as EKG, bladder scanner, and vein finder. Documentation system employed is Meditech. Three 12-hour shifts are required. Overtime is available. Staff may float as needed within the facility. Patient experience is a focus. Unit performs procedures such as wound care, Foley catheters, and tracheostomy care. Bedside shift report, time and attendance, patient safety, and team huddles are essential unit policies. The unit recently received a patient safety award. Recognized for improving the fall rate significantly. Engagement and teamwork are crucial to getting through shifts. The unit values safe patient discharge and takes pride in patient disposition. The environment encourages teamwork and a supportive atmosphere. The area features a variety of cultural and recreational activities. Rich in history and southern charm, the location offers many attractions and outdoor adventures.