Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,894 to $1,930 per week in Lafayette, LA

Location: Lafayette, LA 70503
Duration: 8 Weeks
Schedule: Night Shift | 12-Hour Shifts | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 3 Shifts Per Week (36 Hours)

• Med Surg Tele Unit

• Telemetry / Medical-Surgical Nursing

The Registered Nurse functions as a leader in the delivery of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice.

The RN is responsible for providing high-quality patient care, directing and assisting support staff, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, promoting positive patient outcomes, and maintaining professional accountability.

• Minimum 2 years of Registered Nurse experience

• Previous Telemetry and Med/Surg experience
• Specialty certification in a related clinical area

• Registered Nurse Diploma

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Current RN License in State of Practice
• BLS (American Heart Association)
• ACLS (American Heart Association)

• Specialty Certification in Clinical Practice Area

• Telemetry Monitoring
• Cardiac Patient Care
• Patient Assessment & Reassessment
• Care Planning & Documentation
• Leadership & Delegation Skills
• Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgment
• Time Management
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Computer and EMR Proficiency
• Strong Written & Verbal Communication Skills
• Patient and Family Education

• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Monitor and manage telemetry patients
• Deliver safe and effective nursing care according to established standards
• Evaluate patient responses and modify care plans as needed

• Assess patient and family learning needs
• Provide education tailored to individual patient needs
• Advocate for patient safety and quality care

• Delegate responsibilities appropriately
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams
• Support efficient utilization of nursing resources
• Serve as a leader and partner within the healthcare team

• Use data and evidence-based practices to improve outcomes
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Support departmental goals and strategic objectives

• Maintain professional accountability
• Uphold ethical standards and patient confidentiality
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Comply with all regulatory and accreditation requirements

Candidates should be comfortable using:

• Computerized Documentation Systems
• Healthcare Software Applications
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Web-Based Clinical Systems

• Night Shift
• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

• 36 Hours Per Week
• 3 x 12-Hour Shifts

This position is classified as Heavy Work and may require:

• Lifting 50–100 lbs occasionally
• Lifting 25–50 lbs frequently
• Lifting 10–20 lbs constantly
• Prolonged standing and walking
• Patient repositioning and transfers
• Frequent pushing and pulling of equipment

• Blood and Body Fluids
• Tissue Specimens
• Communicable Diseases
• Hazardous Medications
• Hazardous Medical Waste

Candidates must follow all infection control and safety protocols while working in direct patient care environments.

• Follow all federal, state, and local regulations
• Adhere to accreditation standards and facility policies
• Participate in mandatory education and training
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality
• Report any safety, ethical, or compliance concerns immediately

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Strong emphasis on patient-centered care, safety, and quality outcomes
• Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs

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