Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical
Talented Medical Solutions · Flowood, MS · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$70/hrFull-time
Location: Flowood, MS | Specialty: Medical Surgical (Med Surg) | Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Duration: 8 weeks, 36 hrs/week
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical to join the team at Merit Health River Oaks. This 8-week travel assignment is ideal 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.
Responsibilities
- 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 escalate 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.
Assignment Details
- 8-week travel contract with ASAP start
- Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Alternating weekends
- 3/2 schedule split: 4 shifts one week, 3 shifts the following week
- Overtime after 48 hours
- Pay rate: $70/hour
Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- BLS certification
- 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