Registered Nurse Med/Surg Contract

Job Summary

This is a 16 week contract

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for a contract position specializing in Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) care. In this vital role, you will deliver exceptional patient care across diverse clinical settings, including inpatient hospital units, outpatient clinics, and post-acute care facilities. Your expertise will support patient recovery, manage acute conditions, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards. This contract opportunity offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills directly impact patient outcomes and foster healing. Join us to make a difference through compassionate, expert nursing care!

Duties

• Provide comprehensive nursing assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and patient history documentation using EMR systems such as Epic or Cerner.
• Administer medications and injections accurately, including IV infusions and medication management tailored to individual patient needs.
• Perform wound suturing, catheterization, tube feeding, and sterile procedures following aseptic techniques to promote healing and prevent infections.
• Monitor patients’ physiological status during critical moments such as acute pain episodes or respiratory distress, utilizing ventilators and airway management skills.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on discharge planning, case management, and coordination of post-acute care services like hospice & palliative medicine or long-term care facilities.
• Conduct laboratory specimen collection/processing and ensure proper documentation of medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with diagnostic evaluations including cardiac catheterization, sonography, or other imaging procedures as needed for comprehensive patient assessment.

Skills

• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks for accurate medical documentation.
• Extensive critical care experience in ICU or Level I/II trauma centers with familiarity in trauma medicine and infectious disease care.
• Skilled in advanced procedures including IV insertion, phlebotomy, ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding, and laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of pharmacology related to pain management, sedation protocols, botulinum toxin treatments (for applicable specialties), and medication administration best practices.
• Experience working with diverse populations including pediatrics (neonatal ventilator), geriatrics (memory care & Alzheimer's), behavioral health patients, and individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia.
• Strong understanding of infection control protocols and aseptic techniques essential for safe practice across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Ability to perform physical examinations, patient assessments, triage evaluations in urgent care or emergency room environments.
• Familiarity with healthcare laws such as Workers' Compensation Law and HIPAA compliance to ensure legal and ethical standards are maintained. Join our team to leverage your extensive nursing expertise in a rewarding contract setting that values your dedication to quality patient care!

Pay: $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $70