Excite Health Partners is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Berea, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Title: RN - Med Surg
Facility: Southwest General Hospital Center
Shift: Nights, Weekends (36 hours) – 12-hour shifts
Start Date: 22/10/2025
Assignment Length: 2.0 weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
Shift Details: This position involves night shifts and weekend coverage. The scheduled hours are 36 per week, with an on-call requirement based on unit needs. If called in, the RN must be able to arrive at the hospital within 1 hour. Southwest General Hospital may experience low census days, potentially resulting in low workload or up to 12 hours of low-census downtime per 2-week pay period.
Public Description: Immediate start available. Join our team to provide compassionate, high-quality care to diverse adult patient populations on the Medical-Surgical unit.
Job Description: As an RN in Med Surg at Southwest General Hospital Center, you will be a vital part of our interdisciplinary healthcare team, delivering expert patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, and collaborative treatment. You will manage patient needs throughout hospitalization, focusing on recovery, education, and overall well-being. The unit primarily cares for Med/Surg patients, with a subset of low-volume oncology patients who are managed by core staff rather than travelers.
You will perform on-call duties as needed, with the expectation of arriving within 1 hour when called. During low census periods, you may have up to 12 hours of minimal patient care activity bi-weekly.
Key Responsibilities: Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive physical, emotional, and psychological assessments upon admission and throughout hospitalization. Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, adjusting as patient conditions evolve.
Medication and Treatment Administration: Accurately administer prescribed medications via oral, IV, or injectable routes. Monitor patient responses, identify adverse reactions, and communicate any concerns to the healthcare team. Perform wound care, dressing changes, and manage drains/tubes as needed.
Patient Monitoring and Documentation: Regularly monitor vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and temperature. Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in accordance with hospital policies. Recognize and promptly report any clinical changes or complications.
Collaboration with Healthcare Team: Participate in daily rounds, communicate effectively with physicians, specialists, physical therapists, social workers, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. Provide regular updates on patient progress and coordinate treatment plans.
Patient Education: Educate patients and families on disease processes, surgical procedures, medication management, and discharge instructions. Offer emotional support and counseling to address concerns and reduce anxiety.
Postoperative Care Management: Monitor postoperative patients for signs of complications such as infection, bleeding, or respiratory issues. Manage pain and facilitate early mobilization, ensuring patients are well-informed about recovery steps and follow-up care.
Patient Safety and Infection Control: Adhere strictly to infection prevention protocols, fall prevention measures, and safety standards. Maintain a sterile environment and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) consistently.
Emergency Response: Recognize urgent clinical situations, provide immediate interventions such as CPR, and coordinate with emergency response teams to stabilize patients.
Qualifications: Education:
Valid State of Practice Nursing License (RN License) — Required
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in a medical-surgical setting — Required
Experience with a variety of medical conditions and surgical procedures is preferred. Oncology patient care experience is a plus but not mandatory.
Skills and Abilities:
Strong clinical skills in patient assessment, medication administration, and wound care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient, family, and team interactions
Ability to prioritize multiple patients in a fast-paced environment with critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to nursing care
Ability to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations
Preferred Education & Experience: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is desirable.
Prior experience in hospital settings with adult medical-surgical and low-volume oncology units.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) — Required
Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) — Preferred
? All licenses and certifications must be current and valid in the state of practice.
Working Conditions: The Med Surg RN role is based in a hospital environment involving:
Standing, walking, lifting, and assisting patients with mobility
Shifts may include weekends and holidays
Exposure to infectious diseases requires strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE use
Managing patient safety, infection control, and emergency situations in a dynamic setting
This opportunity offers a rewarding environment to enhance your nursing career, develop your clinical expertise, and make a meaningful difference in patient lives. Join us at Southwest General Hospital Center where your skills and compassion will be valued and your professional growth supported.
Excite Health Partners Job ID #188462. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN - Med Surg
About Excite Health Partners For more than a decade, Excite Health Partners has matched opportunities with success. Starting as a two-man company, Excite Health Partners has rapidly expanded becoming a leading provider in healthcare recruitment for health systems across the United States. From Allied Health services to Travel Nursing, we address the ever-growing staffing needs within the industry. We take the time to connect healthcare professionals to the right-fit position, turning jobs into careers. Success starts today, let's get to it.
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