Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Kennewick, WA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RN - Med Surg (Travel)

Location: Kennewick, Washington
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Facility & Unit Overview

• Trauma Level: 3
• Unit: Med Surg, 2 North Floor
• Number of Beds: 16 private rooms
• Patient Population: Geriatric, Adult
• Patient Ratios: 1:4 standard, 1:3 for higher acuity
• EHR System: Paragon (McKesson)

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Shift: 12-hour Night
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Requirement: 2 weekend shifts every 2-week pay period
• Call Requirements: Yes
• Float Requirements: Yes
• Number of Openings: 1

Required Qualifications

• Specialty Experience: Minimum 2 years in Med Surg nursing
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS (must have ACLS training or rhythm interpretation course)
• Licensure: Registered Nurse License (RN)
• Required Skills/Experience:

  • EKG/Cardiac Monitoring
  • Respiratory assessment and support
  • Medication titration

Common Patient Diagnoses/Treatments

• Alcohol detox (ETOH detox)
• Post Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
• Diabetic Ketoacidosis/Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (DKA/HHS)
• Cardiac conditions
• Gastrointestinal issues (GI)
• BIPAP management

Additional Information

• No block schedules
• Must be located more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify as travel
• Dress Code: Standard professional attire (no specific scrub color designated)

Summary

This travel RN position in Med Surg requires at least 2 years of specialty experience, ACLS and BLS certifications, and skills in cardiac monitoring, respiratory support, and medication titration. The role involves 12-hour night shifts with weekend and call requirements, serving a geriatric and adult patient population in a level 3 trauma hospital.