Registered Nurse; RN - Short Stay

Overview

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN – Short Stay for travel assignments. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing short-term hospitalization, outpatient procedures, or recovery after surgery. The ideal candidate has strong assessment skills, experience in fast-paced environments, and the ability to provide efficient care in a limited time frame.

• Provide preoperative and postoperative nursing care for short-stay patients.
• Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and post-procedure recovery progress.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and other necessary treatments.
• Educate patients and families on post-discharge care and follow-up instructions.
• Coordinate with physicians, anesthesiologists, and surgical teams.
• Ensure proper documentation of patient care, assessments, and treatments.
• Assist in discharge planning and coordination with outpatient services.
• Travel to various healthcare facilities for assignments.

• Education:
  
  Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years in a Short Stay Unit, PACU, Med-Surg, or similar setting.
• Certifications:
  
  BLS and ACLS required; PALS preferred.
• Skills:
  
  Strong critical thinking, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to lift patients, work in high-stress situations, and move quickly.
• Travel Readiness:
  Open to temporary travel assignments.

• Competitive pay and travel stipends.
• Work in leading short-stay units and outpatient centers.
• Access to continuing education and professional development.
• Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.