Travel Medical-Surgical Nurse (RN) - Chandler, Indiana

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Job Description

Join a dynamic Neuro Cardiac Medical-Surgical/Telemetry nursing team on a 13-week travel assignment based in a hospital setting in Chandler, IN. This night shift position offers a challenging and rewarding environment caring for complex med/surg and telemetry patients, including post-cardiac catheterizations, CVA/TIA, implanted cardiac devices, oncology, and neurosurgical cases.

Location Overview:
Chandler, IN, offers a comfortable living environment with access to quality healthcare and community amenities. Its proximity to surrounding cities provides easy access to cultural, recreational, and dining opportunities, suitable for professionals seeking both career growth and lifestyle balance.

Schedule & Hours:

• 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
• Guaranteed 36 hours weekly, with the option to accept 48 hours
• Overtime available after 52 hours on 48-hour schedules
• Weekend requirement: three weekends every six weeks
• No on-call or call-back duties
• Float assignments within skillset across two nearby campuses with appropriate notice

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality care to a 32-bed Neuro Cardiac unit with a focus on complex neurological and cardiac patients
• Utilize strong neuro assessment skills including NIHSS and dysphagia screening
• Interpret telemetry and 12-lead EKGs and manage IV drips such as insulin and cardiac medications
• Respond proactively with critical thinking in a fast-paced, trauma level II environment
• Participate in unit teaching activities, including precepting students and new hires (teaching hospital)

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Current active Compact RN license
• AHA BLS and NIHSS certifications
• Minimum two years med/surg and telemetry experience with at least one travel assignment
• Trauma Level II experience required; charge nurse experience preferred
• Recent experience with EPIC electronic charting system
• Ability to pass telemetry testing and strong critical thinking skills

Unit and Work Culture:

• Supportive, fun, and knowledgeable staff with proactive leadership
• Ratio typically 1:6-7 at night; charge nurse participates in assignments
• Navy blue scrubs, no outside logos allowed
• Covid-19 vaccine not currently required

This role is ideal for resilient nurses who thrive in a complex clinical environment and welcome professional growth opportunities. The position is open for start dates in late April or early May with bi-weekly orientation sessions.

Explore this travel assignment and advance your nursing career with a reliable schedule and supportive team. Apply today to pursue this rewarding night shift opportunity in Chandler!