Travel Nurse RN - Med​/Surg​/Telemetry - Lenox, IL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: New Lenox, IL Agency: Aequor Healthcare Pay: $1,843 per week Shift Information: Days Start Date: ASAP

Travel Nurse Source  is working with Aequor Healthcare to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in New Lenox, Illinois, 60451!

Job Title:

RN - Med Surg About Aequor:
Established in 1998, Aequor is a premier healthcare and education staffing company, committed to connecting skilled professionals with rewarding career opportunities.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Medical-Surgical unit, managing a wide range of medical conditions and post-operative care. Monitor and assess patient vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition, documenting findings accurately and promptly. Administer medications, IV therapies, and other treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to protocols. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for each patient.

Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and compliance. Respond to medical emergencies, initiating appropriate interventions to stabilize patients and prevent complications. Maintain a clean and organized environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures to ensure patient safety. Assist with the preparation of patients for surgeries, procedures, or diagnostic tests, providing emotional support and information as needed.

Perform routine administrative tasks such as updating patient records, scheduling follow-up appointments, and coordinating care with other departments.

Job Requirements:

Strong understanding of medical-surgical nursing practices, including patient care, medication administration, and emergency response. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and hospital information systems for accurate documentation and data management. Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and transferring patients, moving medical equipment, and standing for long periods.

Active [STATE] Registered Nurse (RN) License in good standing. A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Med Surg Nurse or in a similar role. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Experience with EPIC or similar charting systems.

Benefits:
Tax-free housing and meal stipend (depending on the location of your assignment). First-day health insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Accidental & Short Term Disability). Weekly direct deposit. Sick days/PTO (varies by facility). Travel reimbursement. 401k eligibility after the first year. Credentialing assistance. CEU/Tuition reimbursement. Professional development opportunities.