Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $1,966 per week in Albany, GA

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Albany, Georgia, 31701!

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Acute Care MedSurg Duration: 17 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years in specialty with 1 travel assignment License: Required Certifications: BLS (AHA), NIHSS Must-Have: - 2 years of experience in acute care specialty - 1 travel assignment experience - BLS certification (AHA) - NIHSS certification (AHA) Description: The position is for a registered nurse in an acute care med surg unit. The unit contains 44 beds with a staff of 40. Nurse-to-patient ratios are generally 1:5, possibly extending to 1:6 for both day and night shifts. Communication involves working with nurse aides, who have an approximate ratio of 1:8 to 1:10. Shifts run from 7 AM to 7 PM with a requirement to work every other weekend. Floating to other acute care and cardiac units is expected to manage medical or emergency care patient holds. Weekend and holiday work is also required as needed. General orientation lasts one week, including training on the electronic medical record system. Floor-specific orientation is provided over two days. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic medical records, preferably Meditech, though experience is not mandatory. Housing options are available in safe and clean accommodations. This role offers the opportunity to serve in a diverse community. The environment promotes professional growth and collaboration among staff. Candidates will be expected to adhere to the established policies and procedures of the unit. Successful applicants will enjoy a supportive work culture focused on nursing excellence.