Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Johnson City, NY
Modern Healthcare Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for protecting, promoting, and optimizing health and abilities, preventing illness and injury, and alleviating suffering through thoughtful diagnosis and treatment of human responses. This role involves advocating for individuals and families, adhering to all professional standards established by relevant governing bodies, and fostering a patient-centered care environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, delegate, coordinate, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a group of patients, serving as the primary nurse or accountable nurse as designated by unit assignments.
• Educate patients and families regarding health promotion and disease management using available resources.
• Apply knowledge of pharmacology for the safe administration of medications in accordance with established policies.
• Contribute to effective resource utilization, including staffing, time management, supplies, and services.
• Comply with all nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Engage in Nursing Shared Governance by supporting the Unit Council, participating in improvement initiatives, and adhering to peer review practices.
• Commit to continuous professional development and complete all mandatory education requirements.
• Integrate nursing research and current evidence into clinical practice.
• Provide a supportive learning environment for new employees and students.
• Adhere to organizational values and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Registered Nursing experience of six (6) months to three (3) years.
• Management experience ranging from none to three (3) years.
• A minimum of five (5) years of direct clinical experience.
• Demonstrated collaboration and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Strong judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Effective organizational skills and understanding of planning and time management.
• Problem-solving abilities and a focus on quality and reliability.
• Knowledge in safety and risk management practices.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting.

Education:

• Required Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• BLS Certification (American Heart Association, HSI, or American Red Cross).
• Unit-specific requirements may apply; please validate prior to application submission.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

• Professional certification in a related nursing specialty.
• Relevant skills certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, TNCC) as required by the assigned unit.

Schedule Notes:

• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, with every other weekend required.
• Telemetry experience is desired.
• Responsibilities may include care for patients post-heart catheterization, post-TAVR, post-pacemaker placement, post-operative day 3 open heart care, and managing cardiac infusions such as amiodarone, cardizem, and dopamine.
• Experience handling chest tubes, continuous bladder irrigation (CBI), BiPAP, and high flow oxygen requirements is preferred.