Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Alexandria, LA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• 2 positions available with immediate start
• Weekend requirement: 3 weekends in a 6-week schedule
• No on-call responsibilities
• Required to float to other units when needed
• Nurse to patient ratio: 5:1 to 6:1 depending on staffing
• Care for post-surgical patients including orthopedics and general surgery
• Focus on neurology patient populations
• EPIC experience is a bonus
• 1 year of related nursing specialty experience preferred
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
• BLS certification from AHA required
• RN License in state of employment or compact required
• Provide routine and complex nursing care using the nursing process
• Administer medications and treatments while monitoring for side effects
• Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided
• Assess learning needs and provide patient education
• Temporary to permanent position possibility

Facility:

This healthcare facility is a full-service hospital providing comprehensive medical and surgical services to the community. The medical-surgical unit specializes in post-operative care for orthopedic and general surgery patients, with additional focus on neurological patient populations. The facility utilizes modern electronic health record systems and maintains appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios to ensure quality patient care and safety.

Location:

Alexandria, LA

Alexandria offers a welcoming community atmosphere in central Louisiana with rich cultural heritage and outdoor recreation opportunities along the Red River. The area provides an excellent work-life balance with affordable living costs and easy access to both urban amenities and natural attractions.