Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $70 to $80 per hour in Lamar, CO

TravelNurseSource is working with Patterns LLC to find a qualified Med / Surg RN in Lamar, Colorado, 81052! Pay Information $70 to $80 per hour About The Position Responsibility Performs assessment / data collection in an ongoing, systematic manner. Formulates a goal directed plan of care by establishing priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations, following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons and documenting events. Is also responsible for the supervision of any LPN's, Nurse Aides, and assignments to the Medical / Surgical Unit. Accountability The RN reports directly to the Acute Care Services Manager. Special Demands Mental : Stressful environment with frequent crisis intervention and creative problem solving required. Physical : Involves constant walking and standing. Frequent reaching, twisting, squatting, lifting, and handling of equipment. Frequent exposure to blood and body fluids. Frequent exposure to communicable disease / illness. 27644648EXPTEMP Job Requirements Qualifications Education : Graduate from an accredited school of nursing and current Colorado license. Must have documentation of current CPR and Basic Life Support training. ACLS certification or will have certification within one year of employment. Experience : Previous related experience. Graduate nurses with one year of Medical / Surgical experience preferred. Employment Variables Full Time position working 36 hours per week 12-hour shifts. May need to work overtime as need arises. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Travel nurses often play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a meaningful impact on communities in need.