Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a dedicated RN – Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) for travel assignments. This role involves providing direct patient care to individuals with a wide range of medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment. The ideal candidate has strong clinical assessment skills, critical thinking abilities, and adaptability to handle various patient cases.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with diverse medical and surgical conditions.
- Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and assess patient progress.
- Assist with wound care, IV therapy, and post-operative recovery.
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and post-hospital care.
- Recognize and respond to changes in patient conditions and medical emergencies.
- Document patient care and maintain accurate medical records.
- Travel to various healthcare facilities for temporary assignments.
Qualifications
- Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience: Minimum 1-2 years in a Medical-Surgical unit.
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS preferred.
- Skills: Proficiency in medication administration, patient assessment, and critical thinking.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to work 12-hour shifts and handle physically demanding tasks.
- Travel Readiness: Open to temporary travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and travel stipends.
- Gain experience in leading hospitals and medical-surgical units.
- Access to continuing education and career growth opportunities.
- Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.
Job Description
Are you a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Med Surg? Are you ready to take your expertise on the road to Lawton, Oklahoma for an exciting 13-week travel healthcare assignment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
In this role, you will immerse yourself in the dynamic world of Med Surg nursing at a healthcare facility in Lawton, Oklahoma. As a travel nurse, you will bring your specialized knowledge and clinical skills to the forefront, providing high-quality care to a diverse patient population in a bustling healthcare setting.
Your responsibilities will include managing and administering medication, monitoring patient conditions, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and delivering top-notch patient education. Your Med Surg expertise will be instrumental in ensuring positive patient outcomes and maintaining high standards of care throughout your assignment.
Join us at TLC Nursing, a nurse-founded agency that prioritizes your success and well-being. With our 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing, we are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way during your travel healthcare assignment in Lawton.
**Weekly Pay: $1849.0**
**Guaranteed Hours: 36.0 (if applicable)**
In addition to the competitive weekly pay, this position offers a range of benefits to enhance your travel nursing experience, including:
- Best in the Industry Pay Packages
- $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire
- Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law)
- 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years
- Aflac – Available for employee purchase
- Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals
- EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP
If you are ready to embark on a rewarding travel healthcare assignment as a Med Surg Registered Nurse (RN) in Lawton, Oklahoma, apply now and take the next step in your nursing career with TLC Nursing. Your expertise is needed, and we are here to support you every step of the way.