Travel Med Surg RN - $1,447 per week

RemoteWorker CA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a position in Austin, Texas. This role includes providing direct patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring patient safety in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be a licensed Registered Nurse in Texas and be prepared to work 12-hour night shifts for a duration of 13 weeks. Competitive pay package with tax-free stipends.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered nurse with Texas licensure.
• Experience in Med-Surg nursing environment preferred.
• Able to work 12-hour night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments.
• Administer medications and monitor patient vital signs.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for patient care.
• Monitor patient vital signs, lab results, and clinical progress, making necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including mobility, hygiene, and nutrition.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care and educate patients on procedures, medication, and recovery plans.
• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and ensure positive patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team regarding the plan of care and any changes in condition.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and discharge plans.
• Provide instructions on medication management, lifestyle changes, and follow-up care.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, progress, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Safety & Infection Control: Adhere to infection control and safety protocols to prevent hospital-acquired infections and ensure a safe environment.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient conditions, such as emergencies or complications.
• Supervision & Mentorship (if applicable): Assist in mentoring new staff or nursing students and provide guidance as needed.
• Serve as a resource for junior nursing staff in clinical decision-making.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Effective communication

Collaboration with healthcare team

Education

Registered Nurse licensed in Texas

Job description

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg, Discipline: RN, Start Date: 04/07/2025, Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week, Shift: 12 hours, nights, Employment Type: Travel.

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Med‑Surg unit is responsible for providing direct patient care in a fast‑paced environment, assisting with the recovery of patients who require medical and surgical interventions. The RN will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to deliver high‑quality, compassionate care to patients across a variety of diagnoses and procedures, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and well‑being during their hospital stay.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Assessment:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessment and physician orders.

Patient Care:

• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to medical protocols.
• Monitor patient vital signs, lab results, and clinical progress, making necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including mobility, hygiene, and nutrition.
• Provide pre‑ and post‑operative care and educate patients on procedures, medication, and recovery plans.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and ensure positive patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team regarding the plan of care and any changes in condition.

Patient Education:

• Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and discharge plans.
• Provide instructions on medication management, lifestyle changes, and follow‑up care.

Documentation:

• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, progress, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Safety & Infection Control:

• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols to prevent hospital‑acquired infections and ensure a safe environment.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient conditions, such as emergencies or complications.

Supervision & Mentorship (if applicable):

• Assist in mentoring new staff or nursing students and provide guidance as needed.
• Serve as a resource for junior nursing staff in clinical decision‑making.

Magnet Medical Job ID #. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: RN:MedSurg, 19:00:00-07:00:00.