Med Surg Tele RN
Alexandria, LA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Unit Information

Location: Alexandria, LA

Unit Type: Ortho/Trauma/Spine

Number of Beds: 18

Patient Ratios: 6:1

Type of Equipment: Telemetry monitoring, IV infusion pumps, bladder scanners, EKGs, enteral feeding pumps, Bipaps, Vapotherms, drains, chest tubes, PPN/TPN, PCA.

EMR: Meditech

Scrub Color: Royal Blue

Typical Hiring Profile

Required Skills:

• Current RN or LPN/LVN license
• BLS and ACLS certification
• Medical-Surgical nursing experience
• Ability to care for telemetry patients
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
• Experience managing patients with multiple chronic conditions

Preferred Skills:

• Surgery step down/MedSurg experience
• Experience with Meditech

Typical Procedures Performed

• IV therapy and medication administration
• Blood product administration (RN Only)
• Wound care management
• Central line care and maintenance
• Enteral feeding management

Best Personality Fit

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication with interdisciplinary teams
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach
• Dependability and accountability
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients effectively

Unit Guidelines/Policies

Communicate with providers via hospital-provided telecommunications device.

Additional Information

We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development, alongside the latest medical technology and equipment. Our staff consists of experienced professionals who foster a community of collaborative care. Flexible scheduling options are available to accommodate work-life balance.