TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Knoxville, Tennessee, 37923! Pay Information $2,435 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Float Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 2 years of current experience in a similar setting. License: Valid nursing license required. Certifications: BLS-AHA and NIHSS required, ACLS preferred. Must-Have: Must be able to pass EKG testing before the start date. Must have experience with blood product administration, telemetry monitoring, and management of various medical conditions. Description: The position requires a registered nurse to float between medical/surgical units and telemetry. The nurse will manage a patient ratio of up to 1:8, which may allow for team nursing models with ratios exceeding 8. The role includes weekend coverage; every other weekend or two weekends per month is necessary. Travelers requesting time off during major holidays will not be accommodated. Floating between units is mandatory and aligned with clinical experience. Nurses will provide care to adult and geriatric patients with general med/surg diagnoses. The facility has interdisciplinary support from various health professionals. Candidates must have two years of current nursing experience in a similar role. Charting experience in Cerner is preferred, but not mandatory. Candidates should begin renewing necessary certifications if they are within 45 days of their expiration. Travel teams that are related or married may not work on the same unit. EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS MS Tele Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Travel nurses often play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a meaningful impact on communities in need. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a
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