Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,539 per week

TotalMed; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Employee assistance programs

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

A travel nursing staffing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for an 8-week assignment in Atlanta, Georgia. The role involves providing bedside care for various patients, conducting assessments, administering medications, and educating patients on surgical procedures. Candidates should have 1-2 years of acute care experience and BLS certification. The job includes competitive pay and benefits such as weekly pay, a retirement plan, and health insurance starting from day one.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of recent acute care experience, preferably in Med Surg.
• BLS certification required; additional certifications may be needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift 20-50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care for various patients, including pre- and post-op.
• Conduct patient assessments and prioritize data collection.
• Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs.
• Aid physician during examinations and prepare equipment as needed.
• Educate patients on surgical procedures and discharge planning.

Skills

Bedside care

Patient assessments

Medication administration

Catheter insertion

IV starting

Patient education

Education

RN license

Job description

Overview

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Details

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care for a variety of patients, including pre- and post-op patients.
• Conduct patient assessments and prioritize data collection based on patients\' immediate conditions or needs.
• Prepare, administer and record prescribed medications, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
• Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.
• Aid physician during examination and treatment of patient; prepare equipment as needed.
• Educate patients on surgical procedures and discharge planning; initiate patient education plan as prescribed by physician.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 1-2 years of recent acute care experience (Med Surg preferred).
• BLS required; additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
• RNs should be able to stand and walk for long periods, lift up to 20 pounds routinely and up to 50 pounds as needed; may work in a fast-paced environment with patients who may be confused, agitated, or uncooperative.

Additional Information

• Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
• TotalMed Travel Job ID #1382833.

About TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency that places nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians across all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and focus on matching caregivers with the right organization to support facilities and patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1