Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Utica, NY
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with stroke stepdown patients and a proven background in medical and surgical nursing.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Medical-Surgical Stroke Stepdown
• Common Diagnoses: Stroke, altered mental status, renal issues, dialysis, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, and pulmonary problems
• Patient Demographics: Adult patients
• Number of Beds: 64

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients recovering from stroke and other medical conditions.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and overall condition.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Assist with various medical procedures and the use of specialty equipment, including IV pumps, N/G tubes, and feeding tubes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.
• Support patients and their families with education and emotional support.

Qualifications

• Current RN license with active status
• AHA BLS and NIHSS certification required (NIHSS can be obtained prior to start)
• At least 2 years of experience in Medical-Surgical nursing with stroke stepdown experience
• Demonstrated travel experience
• Accurate documentation of nursing skills and competencies

Shift Information

Shift available: 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM. Please note that floating to other units may be required, and block scheduling cannot be guaranteed.

Scrub Color

Navy Blue

We look forward to your application for this rewarding opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of patients.