What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel RN - Med/Surg position at American Traveler?
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg RN with CO or compact licensure for a day shift hospital position requiring prior travel assignment experience.
Details
- Provides observation and inpatient care on the Med/Surg unit
- Adult Med/Surg patient population
- Day shift, 0615-1845, 3 days per week on a 12-hour schedule
- Uses Cerner EHR/EMR and Care Compass documentation systems
- Operates infusion pumps for medication and IV therapy administration
Requirements
- Active CO or compact RN license required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- Minimum of 5 years Med/Surg or Emergency Room experience required
- Previous travel nursing assignment experience required
- Graduate of an accredited RN program
- Cerner EHR/EMR experience required
- Basic computer and electronic health record skills required
- Ability to perform heavy work including lifting, pushing, pulling, standing, and assisting with patient movement
Additional Information
- Performs comprehensive assessments, care planning, nursing interventions, and reassessments
- Monitors and reports changes in patient condition, including cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Administers medications, IV therapy, oxygen therapy, and blood products
- Provides patient and family education on disease process, treatment plans, medications, and discharge planning
- Uses SBAR format for care transfers
- Follows infection prevention practices and National Patient Safety Goals
- Collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team members to support continuity of care
- Serves as a mentor to other nursing staff
- Works in a fast-paced hospital environment with exposure to communicable disease, chemicals, and physical strain related to patient care
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan