Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Webster, TX
Equiliem
3x12 hrs, Days

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Webster, TX
Schedule/Shift: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Days
Duration: 13 weeks

Position Overview

The Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care in a 15-bed medical surgical unit, supporting patients with a variety of medical conditions and treatment needs. This role requires telemetry experience, strong clinical assessment skills, and the ability to manage a patient assignment with a 5:1 to 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering excellent patient care.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to medical surgical patients, including assessments, medication administration, and ongoing monitoring.
• Monitor patient conditions using telemetry and other standard medical surgical equipment.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Perform patient-specific procedures and treatments based on clinical needs.
• Utilize equipment such as bladder scanners, electrocardiogram (EKG) machines, and other patient monitoring devices.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using Meditech Expanse.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and patient care technicians to coordinate patient care.
• Recognize changes in patient conditions and respond appropriately.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain compliance with infection prevention protocols, patient safety standards, and facility policies.

Job Requirements

• Medical surgical nursing experience with strong telemetry skills required.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Ability to manage patient assignments with ratios of 5:1 to 6:1.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the healthcare team.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Experience with Meditech Expanse preferred.

Additional Job Details

• Unit: 15-bed medical surgical unit
• Shift: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks
• Patient Ratios: 5:1 to 6:1
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
• Floating: May float to other medical surgical and telemetry units
• Documentation System: Meditech Expanse
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue