Registered Nurse Med Surg | Prattville, Alabama

Advance your nursing career in a dynamic environment specializing in adult Med-Surg care. This contract position welcomes both experienced and first-time travelers, offering structured orientation and exposure to a variety of specialized units.

Schedule & Hours:

• 12-hour day shifts, alternating 36 and 48 hours per week
• Shifts run 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Weekend rotations required (every other or 4 weekend days per 4-week cycle)
• Holiday coverage expected per policy (one major and one minor holiday)
• No on-call requirement

Qualifications:

• Active RN license (Nursing - RN-MS, RN - Med Surg)
• Minimum 18 months of experience in MedSurg and/or ICU; EPIC or Cerner EMR experience preferred (Cerner required for ICU backgrounds)
• BLS and NIHSS certifications mandatory
• Strong skills in wound care, IV administration, chest tubes, NGT care, and medication management
• Telemetry experience preferred—please elaborate on specifics if applicable

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe, effective care to patients across trauma surgical, neuroscience, MS/Oncology, clinical decision, orthopedic, and urology specialties
• Perform comprehensive assessments, manage priority tasks, and document thoroughly using Cerner
• Administer medication, initiate IVs, complete wound, trach, ostomy, and chest tube care
• Collaborate with CNA support staff, charge nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Interpret telemetry strips every four hours
• Float to similar patient care units as operationally needed

Unit Details:

• Beds range from 18 (Clinical Decision) to 39 (MedSurg/Oncology)
• Patient ratios typically 1:5-6
• Support includes CNAs, reception, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, Hospitalists, and Telemetry monitoring techs
• Orientation: 24 hours classroom + 24 hours on-unit for new and returning travelers (if away 1+ year)

Step into a facility equipped to support your clinical skills and professional growth. Enjoy flexible orientation and a collaborative atmosphere. If you’re ready to contribute to a high-acuity team and expand your nursing portfolio, submit your application today!