Medical / Surgical - MedSurg RN - Travel Nurse

We're looking for Medical Surgical RNs for an

immediate travel nurse opening in Springfield, IL. 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, ACLS, 2 Years

Additional certifications may be required before beginning an

assignment.