Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,423 per week in Carbondale, IL

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Job Summary

Join a dedicated nursing team in Carbondale, Illinois, on a dynamic Medical-Surgical unit primarily focused on surgical patients, with occasional medical patient overflow to meet community needs. This 35-private room unit is equipped with two nurses' stations, fostering an environment of collaborative care.

As a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse, you will provide comprehensive patient care, supported by a shift supervisor and patient care technicians available on each shift. The night shift maintains a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:5-6, ensuring focused and quality care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, and treatment plans for a diverse patient population, primarily surgical with some medical overlap.
• Monitor patient conditions, interpret vital signs, and document all patient interactions and interventions accurately in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and support staff (including Patient Care Technicians and Shift Supervisors) to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care instructions.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in a Medical-Surgical setting: Not specified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in patient assessment and critical thinking.
• Competence in medication administration, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Ability to manage a diverse patient caseload with varying acuities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration and patient education.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Nights (NOC)
• Shift Duration: 8 hours per shift
• Days per Week: 5 days per week
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend required.
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Holiday Coverage: Holiday coverage as needed, with manager discussion for specific requests.
• Assignment Dates: August 10, 2026, for 13 weeks.

Licensing Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.