Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,490 per week

Company: Wellspring Nurse Source
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: January 28, 2025

Job Description:

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Los Angeles, California.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 02/10/2025
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: TravelJob Title: Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN)
  Job Summary:
  The Med-Surg RN provides patient-centered nursing care in a fast-paced environment, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions. This role requires effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal health outcomes.
  
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  Patient Care:
  
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  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients with a variety of medical conditions and post-operative needs.
    
  • Monitor patient status, including vital signs, lab results, and response to treatments.
    
  • Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
    
    
    
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    Clinical Documentation:
    
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    • Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
      
    • Communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient progress and any changes in condition.
      
      
      
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      Collaboration and Communication:
      
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      • Coordinate care with physicians, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals.
        
      • Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care.
        
        
        
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        Technical Skills:
        
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        • Operate and maintain medical equipment such as IV pumps, wound vacuums, and telemetry monitors.
          
        • Perform procedures such as catheterizations, wound care, and IV insertions.
          
          
          
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          Patient Advocacy:
          
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          • Promote patient safety and ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
            
          • Address patient concerns and ensure comfort and dignity throughout the care process.
            
            
            
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            Emergency Response:
            
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            • Recognize and respond to deteriorating patient conditions, including initiating life-saving interventions when necessary.
              
            • Actively participate in code teams and rapid response scenarios.
              
              
              
              
              Qualifications:
              
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              • Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.
                
              • Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
                
              • Certifications:
                
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                • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
                  
                  
                  Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #30348161. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:MS,19:00:00-07:00:00About Wellspring Nurse SourceWellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you.-- We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate.-- We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team.-- You're not just a number at Wellspring, you're a valued member of our family.-- Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.

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