Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - in Oklahoma , OK

Position: Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,160 per week in Oklahoma City, OK
Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical

Location:

Oklahoma City, OK

Agency:  Ambition 24

Hours

Pay:  $2,160 per week

Shift Information:  Nights - 3 days x 12 hours

Contract Duration:  22 Weeks

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position

Job Title:

RN     Surgical Specialty (Surgical/Transplant)

Location:

OU Medical Center, 700 NE 13th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Department:
Surgical / Transplant
Job Type:
Full-time | 36 hours/week | 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week
Position overview  The   RN     Surgical Specialty   provides direct nursing care to adult patients on a surgical/transplant unit, caring for a wide range of medical and post-operative conditions from simple to complex. Working under general supervision, this nurse supports transplant and surgical services while ensuring safe, high-quality, patient-centered care in a busy academic medical center environment.
Key responsibilities      Assume responsibility and accountability for an assigned group of surgical/transplant patients, planning and coordinating all aspects of nursing care during the shift.

Document patient assessments, responses to nursing interventions, and prescribed medical treatments accurately in the electronic health record.

Assist physicians with patient examinations, minor procedures, and bedside diagnostics as needed on the surgical/transplant unit.

Monitor and interpret physiological data (vital signs, labs, telemetry as applicable) and intervene according to clinical status and provider orders.

Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products safely, following hospital policies, medication administration standards, and patient safety protocols.

Deliver competent, safe, and effective patient care with attention to pain control, mobility, and prevention of complications such as infections or DVT.

Communicate care plans and discharge instructions clearly to patients and families, including education on procedures, treatments, and follow-up needs.

Inform patients and families about hospital routines and procedures, addressing questions and concerns in a timely, professional manner.

Coordinate referrals and collaboration with physical therapy, case management, social work, transplant coordinators, and other team members.

Delegate appropriate tasks to support staff (e.g., care team associates) and supervise completion in accordance with unit policies and scope of practice.

Perform other related duties as assigned to support unit operations and patient flow.

Required qualifications & skills      Minimum 1 year of RN experience in acute care; prior surgical, transplant, or med-surg experience preferred.

Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.

Active RN license in Oklahoma or current multistate compact (eNLC) license.

Current BLS (AHA) certification; facility may require ACLS depending on unit policies.

Knowledge of professional nursing standards, evidence-based practices, and hospital policies for surgical and transplant populations.

Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills with ability to prioritize multiple patients and tasks over a 12-hour shift.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and basic computer proficiency for EMR and electronic medication systems.

Preferred:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or current enrollment in a BSN program.

Core competencies       Patient   assessment and monitoring for surgical and transplant patients across varying levels of acuity.

Medication and IV administration, including safe management of blood products and complex regimens common in transplant and post-op care.

Accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record.

Team collaboration with surgeons, transplant coordinators, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals.

Patient and family education related to surgery, transplant processes, recovery expectations, and discharge plans.

Time management, prioritization, and delegation in a high-volume surgical/transplant unit.