Medical-Surgical RN in Atlanta, GA

Deliver comprehensive patient care in a dynamic adult and geriatric med/surg unit with an emphasis on renal-related diagnoses. This contract opportunity provides hands-on experience with diverse patient populations in a setting equipped to manage complex needs, including hemodialysis catheters, peritoneal dialysis (manual and cycler), sepsis, tele monitoring, CIWA protocols for ETOH withdrawal, UTI, CKD, and hypertensive emergencies.

Schedule/Hours:

• Day shift: 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:00)
• Every other weekend coverage required
• Flexibility to float within the unit as needed
• Holiday coverage in alignment with assignment period

Qualifications:

• Active RN license
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (first-time travelers welcome)
• Current BLS certification
• Comfortable caring for adults and geriatric patients in a med/surg, renal-focused setting
• Experience with Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR systems is preferred
• Familiarity with HD cath management, peritoneal dialysis, tele monitoring, and protocols for sepsis, UTI, CKD, and HTN emergencies

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care for a census averaging 18 patients across 20 rooms, maintaining a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Administer medications and treatments with attention to renal protocols and tele monitoring parameters
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, engaging in patient assessment, care planning, and documentation
• Maintain compliance with all facility standards, workflows, and safety protocols
• Adapt to floating and work collaboratively to cover census fluctuations

Requirements:

• Compliance with orientation and credentialing processes (bi-weekly orientation schedule)
• Flexible to work major holidays as assigned during contract
• Adhere to professional dress code (navy, white, or combination)

Ready to advance your med/surg nursing career in a supportive environment? Submit your application today to be considered for a clinical review and take the next step in delivering impactful care.