Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit

Location

Not specified

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for our Medical-Surgical Unit. The ideal candidate will be involved in providing high-quality patient care, supporting patient assessments, and maintaining clinical standards. The RN will have a vital role in ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic patient assessments and provide general nursing care.
• Manage wounds, tracheostomy care, ostomy care, drains, and chest tubes.
• Assist in the monitoring and management of patients undergoing dialysis or utilizing PCA pumps.
• Administer medications, with a focus on Heparin drip management.
• Support post-operative procedures including amputations, ostomy placements, and wound vacs.
• Perform safety checks and participate in bedside shift reporting.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare team members to enhance patient outcomes.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current RN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification preferred.
• Experience in a medical-surgical or similar unit is preferred.
• Able to perform patient care duties for a population that may require complex interventions.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!