Travel Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical

Tahir Medix Staffing; New Glasgow; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for surgical care at Aberdeen Regional Hospital in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. The ideal candidate will possess an active RN License and at least one year of experience in surgical or medical inpatient units. Responsibilities include providing pre- and post-operative care, coordinating patient care, and ensuring effective documentation. This role offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career growth in travel nursing.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Active RN License in Nova Scotia required.
• Minimum one year of recent experience in a surgical or medical inpatient unit.
• Mandatory certifications: BLS, ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate overall nursing care in surgical and medical settings.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Perform complex wound care and IV therapy.
• Collaborate with surgeons and interdisciplinary teams.
• Administer medications and assess patient conditions.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Complex patient care management

Effective team collaboration

Wound care

IV therapy

Pain management

Education

Active RN License in Nova Scotia

Mandatory certifications: BLS, ACLS

Minimum one year of recent experience in a surgical unit

Job description

About the job Travel Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgical Unit, Aberdeen Regional Hospital

Location: Aberdeen Regional Hospital, 835 East River Road, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
Shifts: 12-hour shifts (Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays)
Pay Rate: $80

Position Overview

Tahir Medix Staffing is seeking experienced Travel Registered Nurses (RNs) to join the Medical/Surgical Inpatient Unit at Aberdeen Regional Hospital. This unit provides comprehensive care, with half dedicated to general surgery and medicine overflow, while the other half serves as the zones orthopedic unit. This opportunity is ideal for RNs looking to enhance their surgical and medical care expertise in a dynamic hospital environment.

Hospital Overview

• Aberdeen Regional Hospital is a key healthcare facility in northern Nova Scotia, delivering a wide range of surgical and medical services.
• The Medical/Surgical Inpatient Unit includes:
  • General Surgery and Medicine Overflow
  • Orthopedic Unit serving the zone's surgical patients
• Staff-to-patient ratio: Typically 1:4, with a minimum of 1:5 on lower staffing days.
• 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Day Shift: 0700 - 1900
• Night Shift: 1900 - 0700
• Applicants are encouraged to complete all or the majority of the assignment. Time‑off requests should be submitted at the time of application.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct overall nursing care in surgical and medical settings.
• Provide pre‑operative and post‑operative care, including assessments, interventions, and continuous monitoring of surgical patients.
• Perform complex wound care, IV therapy, pain management, and other post‑surgical nursing interventions.
• Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and achieve positive patient and family outcomes.
• Administer medications, assess patient conditions, and update care plans.
• Ensure accurate documentation in accordance with Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) guidelines.
• Contribute to the efficient and effective functioning of the unit.

Qualifications

• Active RN License in Nova Scotia
• Minimum one year of recent experience in a surgical or medical inpatient unit
• Mandatory certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex patient care
• Experience in general surgery, orthopedic care, or post‑operative nursing is an asset
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative care team

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling and a supportive work environment
• Opportunities for career growth in travel nursing

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our team!