Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Longview, TX
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry/IMC MedSurg

Shift: Nights (7P - 7A)

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) in Telemetry/IMC MedSurg provides independent and competent nursing care, demonstrating an understanding of diverse situations. This role involves managing both routine and complex responsibilities while focusing on long-term patient care goals. The RN will be expected to handle the contingencies of clinical nursing effectively and will make appropriate assignments to other care providers as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Comply with OneCHRISTUS Competencies, demonstrating leadership for oneself and others.
• Utilize the nursing process—assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation—for assigned patients, in line with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Address complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and their families according to the nurse's level of practice.
• Administer medications and treatments using appropriate protocols, while monitoring for side effects and effectiveness.
• Accurately document patient histories, symptoms, medications, and care provided.
• Assess educational needs and provide guidance to patients, families, and caregivers, identifying issues and resources for support.

Job Requirements:

• Education/Skills: Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in the relevant nursing specialty is preferred.
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required (American Heart Association only).
• A valid RN License in the state of Texas or a compact state is required.

Position Specifics:

• Newly hired experienced RNs must participate in a New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of employment.
• Orientation includes preceptorship with a designated trained staff member, and completion of competency verifications.
• Participation in a residency program or other specific orientation is encouraged for newly licensed RNs.
• Completion of all annual competency verification requirements is mandatory.

Schedule: Night shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM

Work Type: Full Time