Travel Med Surg RN - $2,321 per week
TotalMed · Stevens Point, WI · 1 wk ago
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About the role
TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. We're looking for Medical Surgical RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening. The right RN should have 1‑2 years recent acute care experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide bedside care for a variety of patients, including pre‑ and post‑op patients.
- Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
- Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.
- Prepare equipment and aid physician during examination and treatment of patient.
- Educate patients on surgical procedures.
- Participate in discharge planning and initiate patient education plan as prescribed by physician.
- Conduct patient assessments and prioritize data collection based on patients' immediate conditions or needs.
- Perform ongoing assessments and appropriate treatments as ordered by a physician.
- Document patient findings and provide education and support to patients' families.
- Stand and walk for long periods; bend, lean and stoop without difficulty.
- Lift up to 20 pounds routinely; moving or lifting patients may require up to 50 pounds.
- Work in a fast‑paced environment treating patients that may be confused, agitated, and/or uncooperative.
Requirements
- Current BLS certification.
- 1‑2 years recent acute care experience.
- Additional certifications may be required before beginning the assignment.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed hours
- Continuing education
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
Schedule
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12‑hour nights
- Hours per week: 36 hours