Travel Med-Surg Nurse (RN) - Newburgh, IN

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Job Description

Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with Med/Surg and Telemetry expertise for a travel assignment in Newburgh, IN. This role supports a 32-bed Neuro Cardiac Medical-Surgical Unit with a focus on complex patient care including post-cardiac catheterizations, CVA/TIA, oncology, and neuro patients. The assignment offers night shifts on a 12-hour schedule with guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime.

Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care to complex Med/Surg/Telemetry patients including neuro assessments, telemetry and 12-lead EKG interpretation.
• Initiate and titrate drips such as insulin, cardiac medications, and heparin.
• Manage heart catheterization recovery care including femoral and TR bands.
• Perform thorough neurological evaluations including NIH Stroke Scale and dysphagia screening.
• Float as needed across two nearby campuses with adequate notice.
• Support onboard onboarding activities such as precepting new hires and students.
• Maintain compliance with clinical documentation standards using EPIC system following checkoff training.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Current active compact RN license.
• Minimum two years of strong Tele/Med-Surg nursing experience.
• At least one travel assignment completed.
• Trauma Level II experience preferred.
• Recent EPIC charting experience required.
• Skilled in neuro assessments, telemetry monitoring, and critical thinking.
• Preferred: experience with NG/PEG tubes, PIV insertion, chest tubes, and Tikosyn administration.
• Ability to manage change well and collaborate effectively in a dynamic team environment.

Schedule & Location:

• 12-hour night shifts, 6:30pm to 7:00am.
• Three weekends every six weeks, every other holiday.
• Primary hospital location in Newburgh, Indiana with potential float to nearby campuses within 8-11 miles.
• Contract length of approximately 13 weeks with bi-weekly orientation.

Newburgh, Indiana offers a welcoming community environment close to urban amenities and natural outdoor spaces. Professionals working here benefit from Southern Indianas pleasant climate and proximity to the Ohio River and major transportation routes.

This is a travel nursing opportunity with a focused duration and guaranteed minimum hours to offer stability and meaningful clinical engagement. If you meet these qualifications and are ready to contribute your critical care expertise in a supportive setting, please apply to join this respected neuro cardiac team.