We are seeking a highly capable medical-surgical nurse to join our team.
In this role, you will be providing bedside care for pre-and post-surgery patients, monitoring vital signs, and administering prescribed medications.
To ensure success, medical-surgical nurses should possess extensive knowledge of various health conditions and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
An outstanding medical-surgical nurse will be someone whose expertise translates into exceptional patient care.
*Medical-Surgical Nurse Responsibilities:*
* Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
* Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients.
* Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications.
* Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs.
* Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements.
* Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
* Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
* Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
* Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records.
* Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
Job Types: Contract, Travel nursing
Salary: $57.
00 - $58.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Medical specialties:
* Medical-Surgical
Physical setting:
* Acute care
* Hospital
* Inpatient
Standard shift:
* Night shift
Weekly schedule:
* 3x12
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Petoskey, MI 49770: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
* RN: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
* BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
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