Medical / Surgical - MedSurg RN - Travel Nurse

We're looking for Medical Surgical RNs for an

immediate travel nurse opening in Altoona, PA. The right RN should

have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more

requirements. As a MedSurg RN, you will conduct patient assessments

and prioritize data collection based on patients' immediate

conditions or needs. MedSurg RNs perform ongoing assessments and

appropriate treatments as ordered by a physician. Documenting

patient findings and providing education and support to patients'

families is essential to this travel nurse position. As a Medical

Surgical Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the

following tasks : Provide bedside care for a variety of patients,

including pre- and post-op patients. Prepare, administer and record

prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to

treatment. Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.

Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and

treatment of patient. Educates patients on surgical procedures.

Participates in discharge planning and initiates patient education

plan as prescribed by physician. Medical Surgical Travel Nurses

should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well

as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to

easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require

lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. RNs will work in a fast-paced

environment treating patients that may be confused, agitated,

and / or uncooperative. Requirements

• : BLS, 2 Years
• Additional

certifications may be required before beginning an

assignment.