Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,182 per week in Springfield, IL

Job Title: Med Surg Registered Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Urology/Nephrology Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12 Hours (06:45 - 19:15) Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience required License: Active RN license required Certifications: BLS required Must-Have: - 2 years' experience in medical/surgical nursing - Ability to float to other Medical Surgical units - Willingness to work every other weekend Description: The position is for a Medical Surgical Registered Nurse specializing in Urology and Nephrology. This is a day shift role with an average daily census of 23 patients. The unit consists of 25 beds. Candidates with a minimum of 2 years of medical/surgical nursing experience are preferred. New travelers with a solid foundational understanding as an RN may be accepted. Weekends will be required, working every other weekend. Certifications include BLS and an active RN license. Candidates should be prepared for potential floating to other medical-surgical units as needed. Block scheduling may be accommodated, though it is not guaranteed. Candidates must have experience in telemetry and emergency response skills. Experience with genitourinary and renal cases is required, including pre/post hemodialysis management. Skills in IV therapy and phlebotomy are essential, including blood product administration and central line management. Medication skills, specifically with heparin, are required. Experience in respiratory care, including CPAP/BiPAP management, is also needed. Knowledge in isolation precautions and wound care is important for this role. Cerner charting experience is necessary. This is an acute care hospital setting with a Magnet designation. The unit sees patients with a variety of diagnoses such as kidney stones, enlarged prostates, and bladder cancer, among others. The unit frequently manages post-operative care for kidney transplant patients. Candidates should be prepared for a busy unit with frequent admissions and discharges. A range of specialized equipment will be utilized in this role. Overall, a dynamic and challenging environment awaits the ideal candidate.