Manage a diverse patient population including CHF, hypertension, chest pain work-ups, COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, GI bleeding, acute renal failure, sepsis, strokes, surgical patients, and wound care. TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Dodge City, Kansas, 67801!
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Location
Dodge City, KS
Description
TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Dodge City, Kansas, 67801!
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical
Location
Dodge City, KS | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | Onsite | Self-scheduling and block scheduling available
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care on a 32-bed Medical/Surgical unit with a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio
Manage a diverse patient population including CHF, hypertension, chest pain work-ups, COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, GI bleeding, acute renal failure, sepsis, strokes, surgical patients, and wound care
Administer and monitor set-rate and titratable drips including analgesics, anticoagulants, antihypertensives, TPN, and lipids
Collaborate with telemetry technicians (available 24/7) and charge nurses; charge nurses carry an assignment
Operate and monitor respiratory equipment including CPAP, BiPAP, and heated high-flow devices
May be required to float to other units including ICU (low-acuity holds), PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele based on staffing needs
Required Qualifications
Active RN license valid in the state of Kansas
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required
Must be available and present in-state for the full week of orientation
Weekend commitment expected: a minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week scheduling period
Holiday availability required
Must live at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible; driver's license must be submitted
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience in acute care Medical/Surgical nursing
Familiarity with wound care and wound VAC management
Strong patient communication skills and a patient-centered approach to care
Why Join Us
Work in a supportive unit environment with nurse aides (1:12 ratio) and 24/7 telemetry tech coverage
Flexible scheduling options including self-scheduling and block scheduling to support work-life balance