Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg - $1,452 per week in Lafayette, LA at TravelNurseSource

TravelNurseSource is working with Magnet Medical to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Lafayette, Louisiana, 70501!

Pay Information
$1,452 per week

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Med-Surg unit is responsible for providing direct patient care in a fast-paced environment, assisting with the recovery of patients who require medical and surgical interventions. The RN will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients across a variety of diagnoses and procedures, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and well-being during their hospital stay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment:

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessment and physician orders.

• Patient Care:

  • Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to medical protocols.
  • Monitor patient vital signs, lab results, and clinical progress, making necessary adjustments to care plans.
  • Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including mobility, hygiene, and nutrition.
  • Provide pre- and post-operative care and educate patients on procedures, medication, and recovery plans.

• Collaboration:

  • Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and ensure positive patient outcomes.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team regarding the plan of care and any changes in condition.

• Patient Education:

  • Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and discharge plans.
  • Provide instructions on medication management, lifestyle changes, and follow-up care.

• Documentation:

  • Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, progress, and outcomes in the medical record.
  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Safety & Infection Control:

  • Adhere to infection control and safety protocols to prevent hospital-acquired infections and ensure a safe environment.
  • Respond quickly to changes in patient conditions, such as emergencies or complications.

• Supervision & Mentorship (if applicable):

  • Assist in mentoring new staff or nursing students and provide guidance as needed.
  • Serve as a resource for junior nursing staff in clinical decision-making.

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Job Requirements
Required for Onboarding

• Med Surg

5 Benefits of Travel Nursing

Constantly adapting to new environments and healthcare facilities challenges you to expand your knowledge and skills. This dynamic nature of travel nursing contributes significantly to your professional growth.

Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care.

Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery.

If you enjoy outdoor activities, travel nursing in different regions provides opportunities for adventure sports like hiking, skiing, or water sports, depending on the assignment location.

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.