Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Lander, WY
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse - Med Surg (Travel)

Location: Lander, Wyoming
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Med/Surg Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on scientific nursing principles. Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications (oral, subcutaneous, IV).
• Monitor and report adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
• Educate patients on surgical procedures and post-treatment home care.
• Record patients’ medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor and adjust specialized patient equipment; interpret electronic displays.
• Provide bedside care for a variety of medical patients, including pre- and post-surgery.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs.
• Assist physicians during examinations and treatments.
• Respond to life-saving situations following nursing standards and protocols.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Utilize time management skills and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
• May occasionally care for pediatric/adolescent patients (no dedicated pediatric unit).
• May need to float between multiple campuses depending on census.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Wyoming
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• PALS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must have certifications and licenses attached to their submission.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Occasional care of pediatric/adolescent patients may be required.
• Experience with community hospital settings is relevant.

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg RNs seeking a travel assignment in Wyoming with a 13-week contract.