Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,626 per week

ProKatchers is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in State College, Pennsylvania. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel RN- Fulltime M-F ( hours as early as 0700-1530 to as late as 0830-1700) a. Must have at least 1 year oncology experience b. Must have either bio/chemo or fundamentals course from ONS ( this is a 2 year certification to administer chemotherapy)- or able to complete within 2 weeks of hire. Provide professional nursing care to patients following established standards, practices and healthcare techniques. Demonstrate competence in making professional judgments pertaining to patient care. Assist providers in patient care and education. Actively participates as a member of the healthcare team to engage patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of patient care. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1) Knowledge of the practical nursing principles and skills needed to provide quality patient care and treatment including examination, diagnostic and treatment procedures, medications effects on patients and patient education principles. 2) Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions. 3) Knowledge of office procedures and medical terminology. 4) Basic knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines. 5) Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions of the physician. 6) Must be able to react calmly and effectively during emergency situations. 7) Must have the ability to identify and analyze problems, prioritize, make confident quick decisions and recommend effective solutions. 8) Ability to administer a variety of medications and treatments and utilize various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures. Education 1) Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 1) Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license. 2) Meets the American Heart Association’s standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years. Experience 1) One year nursing experience Shift: Day Shift, M-F, No Weekends or Holidays Specialty Type: Nursing Sub Specialties: Oncology Nurse General Certifications: General Certifications(BLS/BCLS) ProKatchers Job ID 295331. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Outpatient About ProKatchers Founded in 2016, ProKatchers Inc. is a JCC-certified organization and a recognized leader in healthcare staffing. Named one of the Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) for 2023–2024, we are proud to be among the top-rated companies in our industry. At ProKatchers, we offer both short- and long-term contracts, as well as travel opportunities for licensed and experienced healthcare professionals across the United States. We are committed to providing industry-leading benefits and personalized career support. We understand that finding the right fit is about more than just a job—it’s about aligning your career with your lifestyle. That’s why our dedicated team of career specialists takes the time to get to know you and match you with assignments that meet your goals and aspirations. ProKatchers has also been recognized by SIA as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work For—a testament to our employee-first approach. We specialize in placing clinical and allied health professionals in a wide range of healthcare settings, including acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term care centres, rehabilitation facilities, behavioural health canters, home and community health programs, urgent care clinics, and more.