What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse Med/Surg position at NextGen MedStaff?
NextGen MedStaff has completely replaced the nuisance of recruiting with the travel industry's first, two-way, real-time smartphone application. The savings we see by eliminating the outdated “recruiter model” are passed along to the traveler, allowing us the ability to pay our travelers substantially more than any other agency.
Don't worry... we haven't replaced customer service with a mobile app! Far from it! We've elevated the service you receive from your own individual team once you've used our app to find your perfectly matched assignment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care in a medical/surgical setting
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
- Monitor and document patient's vital signs and medical history
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to provide comprehensive care
- Educate patients and their families on disease management and treatment options
- Assist with procedures such as sonography, venipuncture, and IV infusion
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records
Skills:
- Proficient in medical terminology and documentation
- Skilled in performing venipuncture and administering IV infusions
- Knowledgeable in family planning and health coaching
- Familiar with durable medical equipment (DME) and its usage
- Ability to provide compassionate care to patients in assisted living facilities
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract
Pay: Up to $2,567.77 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Medical-Surgical
Physical setting:
- Hospital
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Supplemental schedule:
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- 3x12
Experience:
- Hospital: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person