Med Surg RN
Johnstown, PA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Travel RN – Trauma Stepdown (Neuro Med Surg)

Location

Johnstown, PA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Expected 36 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 22-bed Trauma Stepdown / Neuro Med Surg unit with patient ratios of 5:1 to 6:1
• Manage adult patients presenting with CVA, TIA, seizure, impaired ambulation, urinary, and respiratory conditions
• Demonstrate competency in dysrhythmia recognition; complete a dysrhythmia and math dosage assessment on the first day of orientation
• Perform NIH Stroke Scale assessments and Swallow Screens as part of routine patient evaluation
• Document and manage care using the EPIC electronic health record system
• Float to other units as needed (rare occurrence); maintain availability for holidays as determined during the phone screening process

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Pennsylvania
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, preferably in a Med Surg or Neuro setting
• Demonstrated competency in dysrhythmia recognition
• Ability to work 2 of every 4 weekends per schedule (straight weekend schedules considered)
• Must complete all required Pennsylvania state clearances prior to start, including: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Department of Human Services Fingerprinting, FBI Department of Aging Fingerprinting (completed within the last two years), and PA State Police (PATCH) Clearance for Employment
• Must live at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NIH Stroke Scale certification
• Swallow Screen competency
• Neuro nursing background or experience in a trauma stepdown environment
• Familiarity with Mindray vital sign machines, GE EKG equipment, and cardiac monitoring

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a tertiary care regional referral center housing a Level I Trauma Center, offering exposure to a wide range of complex patient populations
• Facility provides a study guide and welcome packet prior to orientation to support your success from day one