Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,096 per week in West Islip, NY

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Med Surg/Tele Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years of charge experience License: Active NY State nursing license required Certifications: ACLS, BLS Must-Have: Previous charge experience, experience with patient ratios of 6, preferred experience with Epic charting system, community hospital experience, trauma level I experience preferred, ability to manage cardiac drips without titration, and prior travel experience is preferred Description: The position is for a Registered Nurse in the Med Surg/Tele specialty. This role involves working in an overflow capacity during night shifts. The nurse will be responsible for providing care to patients on the floor and monitoring telemetry patients. A strong understanding of various procedures and protocols is necessary, including BiPAP/CPAP management and blood product administration. Experience in interpreting dysrhythmias and managing chest tubes is also essential. The patient care environment consists of adults and geriatric patients with diverse needs. Nurses will work in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, including physical therapy, respiratory services, and social services. There is a requirement for participation in specific protocols, such as heparin protocols and IV insulin protocols. Nurses will also be expected to manage patient care ratios, which range from 1:6 to 1:8. The job involves providing a high level of patient care while ensuring adherence to isolation precautions and PPE protocols. Candidates must have strong clinical references available upon request.