Surgical Med-Surg RN

We have an immediate opening on a 32-bed inpatient surgical unit for an experienced Med Surg RN with a strong surgical background. This is a fast-paced unit caring for complex post-surgical patients and is not for the faint of heart — if you thrive in a high-acuity environment, this is your assignment.

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Assignment Details

• Shift: Rotating, days ornights, 12-hour shifts

• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

• Start Date: ASAP

• Assignment Length: 13 weeks

• Float: Yes, traveler should expect to float

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The Unit

This is a dedicated surgical unit — Med Surg experience alone is not enough. You must have direct experience caring for patients following vascular, thoracic, colorectal, and general surgery procedures.

Common diagnoses and patient types: ARDS, esophagectomies, Whipple procedures, and sepsis. This unit manages complex, high-acuity post-surgical patients and requires strong clinical judgment and confidence working independently.

Staffing ratios:

• RN to patient: 4:1 days / 5:1 nights

• LNA support: 1:7-11 (unit shares with PCU)

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Required Skills and Experience

To be considered, candidates must have hands-on experience with all of the following:

• Chest tube management

• Drip management including Diltiazem, heparin, Lasix, insulin, and amiodarone

• Lines, tubes, and drains for post-surgical patients

• Tracheostomies and laryngectomies

• Telemetry

• Complex wound care

• Central line care, maintenance, and blood draws

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Licensing and Certifications

• Active RN license required

• BLS required