Travel Med-Surg Registered Nurse - $2,016 per week

About the role

Location: Geneva, NY. This is a 13-week travel contract. Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts (variable day/night) plus every other weekend, holidays, and 2 on-call shifts every 4 weeks. Shift times: 19:00–07:00 (night shift). Employment type: Travel. 36 hours per week.

Job description

The Registered Nurse applies knowledge of nursing theory, technical skills, and effective communication to provide high-quality, compassionate care. The RN will assess patient needs, develop care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, administer direct care, evaluate patient progress, and coordinate comprehensive care delivery. This position specializes in caring for adults, adolescents, and geriatric populations with various medical conditions, promoting health education and fostering healing environments.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing knowledge and skills in patient care delivery.
• Assess patient and family needs through active listening and direct observation.
• Develop culturally relevant and individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team.
• Monitor and adjust care plans based on patient response and changing needs.
• Advocate for and protect patient health, safety, and rights.
• Educate patients and families on self-care practices and post-discharge support.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing practice and engage in quality improvement activities.
• Create trusting and caring relationships with patients and families.
• Administer medications and interventions competently.

Requirements

• One (1) year experience in a Medical-Surgical environment as a Registered Nurse.
• NYS RN Licensure.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or RQI only).
• NIHSS certification.

Pay & schedule

Pay package based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation); tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Job ID: #38508708.