Med/Surg Registered Nurse
Grand Island, Nebraska
Grand Island Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse (Med/Surg) - Traveler Position

Location: Grand Island, Nebraska
Employment Type: Traveler - Backfill
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform patient assessments and reassessments based on presenting problems and needs.
• Synthesize patient data to identify nursing priorities and desired outcomes.
• Integrate patient care plans according to diagnosis and age-specific needs.
• Identify and address patient safety needs, including surgical procedure knowledge, aseptic technique, positioning, surgical counts, and equipment use.
• Execute therapeutic and supportive interventions consistent with perioperative procedures.
• Provide education to patients and families to meet identified needs.
• Evaluate patient responses and progress toward established outcomes.
• Incorporate cultural considerations into care planning and delivery.
• Document patient care and related information accurately.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members.
• Facilitate patient transitions to the next level of care.
• Support team members through timely communication and serve as a role model to colleagues and students.
• Participate in ongoing learning and self-development relevant to the unit and job duties.
• May float to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) if comfortable and qualified.

Unit/Department Information

• 32-bed acute care unit with Med/Surg, PCU, and ICU levels housed in the same area.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5 on Med/Surg, 1:4 on PCU.
• Equipment used includes Wound Vacs.
• Dress code: Pewter Grey or Light Turquoise.
• Orientation for travelers includes 4 hours general orientation, shadowing a floor nurse for an afternoon, and 1 shift orientation with floor staff before working independently.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Nebraska
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience in an Acute Care setting
• Experience with total joint replacements
• Experience with abdominal surgical procedures
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Shift Schedule

• Rotating shifts: 1845-0715 and 0645-1915.

Additional Notes

• This is a relatively new facility, open for 2 years, offering an exciting work environment.
• Candidates should be prepared to work in a fast-paced acute care setting with multiple levels of care in one unit.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.