Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse - $2,045 per week

ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Louisiana. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/20/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel RN Position Job Notes: Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2 years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available. Opportunity: RN - Med Surg Job Details: • Specializes in post-operative GI and wound care on an inpatient medical/surgical unit • Patient ratio of 6:1 for days, nights, and weekends • 24-hour orientation provided • Weekend coverage required with every other holiday • May receive Med Surg overflow patients • Can be pulled to all other inpatient units as needed • Must be available for "Emergency Team" assignments during facility emergencies • 2 years of experience required with minimum of one completed travel contract • Post-operative experience on a full-time basis required • Acute care experience required • Must live more than 65 miles from facility • Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (AHA) • Compact or Louisiana license required upon submission • NURSYS report required (within 4 weeks of submission) • Experience with patient diagnoses including pancreatitis, GI bleeds, bowel obstructions, wound infections, and post-op complications • Proficiency with special equipment: PEG, PEJ, PCA, surgical drains, wound vacs, ostomy care, and nephrostomy tubes • Handle special procedures including pancreatectomy, esophagectomy, Whipple, colectomy, bariatric surgery, and various surgical resections • Skills required: telemetry monitoring, colostomy/ileostomy management, wound care, central line management, EPIC charting system Facility: This medical center operates a 24-bed inpatient medical/surgical unit that specializes in post-operative care, particularly focusing on GI procedures and wound management. The facility provides comprehensive interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and various ancillary services. The organization maintains high standards for patient care and requires strict compliance with attendance policies to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Location: Lafayette, LA Lafayette offers a vibrant cultural experience in the heart of Louisiana's Cajun country, known for its rich culinary traditions, lively music scene, and warm hospitality. The city provides an excellent blend of professional opportunities and recreational activities, with easy access to festivals, outdoor recreation, and the unique charm of South Louisiana. Adex Job ID 3221213. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC ADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009. Benefits Referral bonus