Travel Registered Nurse – Med​/Surg Telemetry

Travel Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry - $2,110 per week at Magnet Medical summary:
A Travel Registered Nurse specializing in Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) Telemetry provides comprehensive patient care focusing on cardiac monitoring, medication administration, and post-surgical recovery. Responsibilities include continuous telemetry assessment, emergency response, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role involves working 12-hour night shifts for a 13-week travel assignment in Akron, Ohio.
Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Akron, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Med Surg

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, nights

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Employment Type:

Travel
A Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg/Telemetry provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in a medical-surgical (Med Surg) unit with a focus on telemetry monitoring. These patients may have a wide range of conditions, including cardiovascular issues, respiratory conditions, post-operative recovery, and other acute illnesses or injuries that require constant monitoring. The RN in this role is responsible for administering medications, monitoring vital signs and heart rhythms, performing assessments, collaborating with healthcare teams, and providing patient education.

The primary goal is to ensure the safety, comfort, and optimal recovery of patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment and Monitoring:
- Perform comprehensive and continuous assessments of patients, including evaluating vital signs, heart rhythms (via telemetry), and overall condition.
- Monitor and interpret telemetry data to detect any irregularities in heart rate, rhythm, and other vital parameters, notifying the healthcare team if needed.
- Assess physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients, developing individualized care plans to promote recovery and wellness.

• Medication Administration and Management:
- Administer prescribed medications, including oral, intravenous, and intramuscular medications, while ensuring proper dosing and timing.
- Monitor patients for side effects and adverse reactions to medications, immediately reporting any issues to the physician or healthcare team.
- Provide pain management interventions and adjust care based on patient response and comfort level.

• Telemetry and Cardiac Monitoring:
- Monitor patients with telemetry units to assess heart rate, rhythm, and overall cardiac health, documenting and reporting any irregularities to the medical team.
- Assist in the interpretation of telemetry readings, ensuring prompt intervention for any abnormal findings such as arrhythmias, tachycardia, or bradycardia.
- Maintain and troubleshoot telemetry equipment to ensure proper function and reliable patient monitoring.

• Wound Care and Post-Surgical Care:
- Provide post-operative care for surgical patients, including monitoring incision sites, managing drains, and ensuring proper wound healing.
- Perform dressing changes, assess for signs of infection, and educate patients on post-surgical care instructions.
- Administer treatments to manage or prevent complications, such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pressure ulcers, or infections.

• Patient

Education:

- Educate patients and their families on disease management, including medication regimens, lifestyle modifications, and post-discharge care.
- Offer guidance on managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, ensuring patients understand their role in maintaining health.
- Provide education on fall prevention, nutrition, activity restrictions, and discharge planning.

• Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
- Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare providers to implement and adjust patient care plans.
- Participate in daily rounds to discuss patient progress, care needs, and treatment adjustments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physical therapy, social work, and dietitians, to provide holistic care to patients.

• Emergency Response and Critical…