Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical

Talented Medical Solutions; Wells (MS); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, Mississippi is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) in Medical Surgical for an 8-week assignment on nights. A Cerner EMR environment, 6:1 patient ratio, and ASAP start are highlighted.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license, BLS, recent Med/Surg experience, and is comfortable in a fast-paced hospital setting.

If you thrive in travel nursing, this role offers a supportive team and opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing
• BLS certification is required
• Recent Medical-Surgical experience
• Cerner EMR experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to Med Surg patients.
• Assess, monitor and document patient conditions.
• Administer medications and treatments safely.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Monitor vital signs, labs and indicators.
• Educate patients and families on treatment and discharge.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Cerner.
• Support 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• Adhere to infection-control and safety protocols

Skills

Nursing Assessment

BLS Certification

Education

RN License

Mississippi Licensure

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical | Nights

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical to join the team at Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, Mississippi.

This is an excellent 8-week travel assignment for a confident Med Surg RN who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment and is comfortable providing safe, high-quality care to a diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and recent Cerner EMR experience.

Provide comprehensive nursing care to Medical Surgical patients throughout the shift.

Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions and clinical changes.

Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.

Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Develop and implement individualized patient care plans.

Monitor vital signs, labs, and other clinical indicators.

Recognize changes in patient condition and elevate concerns promptly.

Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Cerner.

Deliver care while maintaining a 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio.

Follow hospital policies, infection-control standards, and patient-safety protocols.

ASAP start

Night shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

3/2 schedule split: 4 shifts one week, 3 shifts the following week

$70/hour

Supportive environment for experienced Travel Med Surg RNs

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

BLS certification required

Recent Medical Surgical experience

Cerner EMR experience required

Permanent residence must be more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel assignment

Must be available to start ASAP

Strong clinical assessment, organization, and communication skills

Ability to work 7 PM-7 AM nights and alternating weekends