Surgical Registered Nurse
Oklahoma City, OK
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Post Surgical Med/Surg unit, requiring travel and Level 1 acute care surgical experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital-based post-surgical Med/Surg unit
• Care for patients in the post-operative phase, including some Stepdown/PCU level cases
• Patient ratios are typically 5:1 for surgical patients and 3:1 for Stepdown area
• Night shifts with three 12-hour shifts per week
• Patients may have new drains, wounds, trachs, ostomies, NGT or DHT
• ENT and/or transplant cases are common and experience is preferred
• Responsibilities include providing post-surgical care, managing drains, wounds, trachs, and ostomies, and monitoring patient progress
• Delegates tasks to support staff and collaborates with physicians during examinations and minor procedures
• No OR experience accepted for this position
• A 50-mile radius rule prohibits local candidates living within 50 miles of the facility
• First-time travelers will not be considered
• Requires the ability to respond to the cultural and language needs of patients and families

Requirements

• Active OK or compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
• Minimum one year of acute care surgical floor RN experience
• Travel nursing experience required
• Stepdown/PCU and Level 1 facility experience required
• Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program required; BSN preferred
• Good verbal and written communication skills, and ability to manage care for a diverse patient population
• Basic computer skills necessary

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts