Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,076 per week
About the role
Fusion Medical Staffing is recruiting a Med Surg RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Alexandria, Louisiana. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support from a dedicated clinical team.
Responsibilities
- Explain procedures and treatments to patients and families, addressing concerns and ensuring understanding
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in adherence to nursing standards
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ conditions, documenting changes and reporting concerns to the care team
- Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures, assist physicians during treatments, and monitor patient responses
- Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients recovering from medical conditions or surgical procedures
- Document comprehensive patient information, including vital signs, medications, treatments, and care outcomes, in the medical record
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, physical therapists, and social workers, to create and implement individualized care plans
- Manage multiple patients efficiently, prioritizing care based on acuity and clinical needs
- Ensure infection control practices are strictly followed, including hand hygiene and PPE use
- Advocate for patients’ needs and preferences, ensuring they are respected and integrated into the care plan
- Facilitate discharge planning, coordinating with patients, families, and external resources to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
- Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
Requirements
- One year of recent Med Surg RN experience
- Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification
Qualifications
- NICHSS certification
- ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Service excellence
- Good interpersonal communication skills
Benefits
- HIGHLY COMPETITIVE PAY FOR TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS
- COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION INSURANCE WITH FIRST DAY COVERAGE
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
- LIFE AND SHORT-TERM DISABILITY OFFERED
- 401(k) MATCHING
- AGGRESSIVE REFER-A-FRIEND BONUS PROGRAM
- 24/7 RECRUITER SUPPORT
- REIMBURSEMENT FOR LICENSES AND CEUS
Why Choose Fusion?
- Day one insurance
- $0 copay for mental health services
- Scholarships and awards
- Exclusive discounts
- Aggressive refer-a-friend bonus program
- 24/7 recruiter support
- Competitive compensation packages
- Opportunities to learn new skills
- Freedom to control your career
- Explore new cities, take adventures, meet new people, and create memories that last a lifetime
About Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
Fusion Medical Staffing connects healthcare travelers to opportunities in the locations they've always dreamed of living. Our recruiters act as your co-pilots to support you in your next step – no matter what, where and when. This traveler-first mentality ensures you're in charge of your own destiny, but with the tools you need to succeed. Regardless if you’re a first-time traveler or an established road warrior, you get to choose the best position that not only fits your unique personality but also your personal and professional needs.