Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $2,379 per week

Company: Wellspring Nurse Source
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 18, 2025

Job Description:

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Portland, Maine.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/05/2025
• Duration: 21 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: TravelJob Title: Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN)\nJob Summary:\nThe Med-Surg RN provides patient-centered nursing care in a fast-paced environment, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions. This role requires effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal health outcomes.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n
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  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients with a variety of medical conditions and post-operative needs.\n
  • Monitor patient status, including vital signs, lab results, and response to treatments.\n
  • Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.\n\n\n
  • \nClinical Documentation:\n
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    • Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes.\n
    • Communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient progress and any changes in condition.\n\n\n
    • \nCollaboration and Communication:\n
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      • Coordinate care with physicians, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals.\n
      • Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care.\n\n\n
      • \nTechnical Skills:\n
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        • Operate and maintain medical equipment such as IV pumps, wound vacuums, and telemetry monitors.\n
        • Perform procedures such as catheterizations, wound care, and IV insertions.\n\n\n
        • \nPatient Advocacy:\n
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          • Promote patient safety and ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.\n
          • Address patient concerns and ensure comfort and dignity throughout the care process.\n\n\n
          • \nEmergency Response:\n
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            • Recognize and respond to deteriorating patient conditions, including initiating life-saving interventions when necessary.\n
            • Actively participate in code teams and rapid response scenarios.\n\n\n\n\nQualifications:\n
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              • Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.\n
              • Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.\n
              • Certifications:\n
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                • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.\n\n\nWellspring Nurse Source Job ID #31701258. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN MSAbout Wellspring Nurse SourceWellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. - We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. - We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. - You're not just a number at Wellspring, you're a valued member of our family. - Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.

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