Travel Registered Nurse or Local Registered Nurse (RN) Med-Surg in North Adams, MA.
- $2200 - 2500 per week, Net take home. Paid Weekly. (based on exp)
- First Day Health / Dental / Vision Benefits through UHC.
- 13-week contract
- 8-hour shifts (Day or Evening) 7a-3p or 3p-11p
- 40-hours week guaranteed
- 2-Years of Med-Surg Exp Required
- 8-hours unpaid orientation (non-negotiable)
- NO NEW GRADS AT THIS TIME!
Position Summary :
Med-Surg Nurses provide care for primarily adult patients pre- and post-surgical procedures; they also
attend to those who are being treated with pharmaceuticals to manage acute and chronic illnesses.
Responsibilities Include :
Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plansReports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurseEducates patients on surgical proceduresRecords patients' medical information and vital signsMonitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and record electronic displaysInitiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatologyProvides bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients, including pre- and post-surgery patientsInitiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness / injury, by explaining : post-treatment home care needsChanges dressings, inserts catheters, starts IVsPrepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patientResponds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocolParticipates in discharge planningBecause patients need round-the-clock care, working hours include days, nights, weekends andholidays.Physical Demands :
Ability to lift twenty (20) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds, as well as assist with weights of more than (100) pounds.Ability to stand for extended periodsFine motor skills / visual acuityRequirements :
Graduate of an accredited nursing programCurrent nursing license, in good standing with the State licensing boardMinimum of two (2) years Med-Surg experienceBENEFITS for CCI Travel Registered Nurse (RN) :
Competitive compensation and personalized service100% Medical and Dental coverage from your first day of employment. 3 different Health plans to choose from that best fit your needs.Housing stipendMeals and IncidentalsWeekly pay schedule with Direct Deposit$1200 Continuing ED / CEU assistance and Local Inservices (free of cost)401 K PlanShort and Long-Term DisabilityLife Insurance