Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical (Acute Medicine)
Job Summary
Join a dedicated healthcare team as a contract Registered Nurse on an Acute Medicine Unit in Lawrenceville, Georgia. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to a diverse adult population with various medical conditions.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards of practice.
This is a 13-week travel assignment, ideal for experienced Medical-Surgical RNs seeking a dynamic environment and the chance to contribute their expertise in a new setting.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring for effectiveness and adverse reactions.
Provide skilled nursing care, including wound care, IV therapy, and vital sign monitoring.
Educate patients and their families on health conditions, medications, and discharge instructions.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care in the electronic health record.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
Respond to emergent situations and provide appropriate interventions.
Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years of recent, acute care Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse experience.
Ability to travel and work as a contract Registered Nurse, residing outside a 50-mile radius of the facility.
Preferred Qualifications
Not specified.
Skills & Competencies
Proficiency in clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
Competence in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Commitment to patient safety and quality care.
Shift Details
Shift Type: Night (NOC)
Shift Duration: 12 hours (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
Days per Week: 3 shifts per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Assignment Dates: August 31, 2026 - November 28, 2026
Call Requirements: Not specified.
Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
Licensing Requirements
Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia.