Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $1,948 per week in Baton Rouge, LA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: March 14, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical Location: Baton Rouge, LA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $1,948 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 3/30/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70809! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical Surgical Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours (18:45 - 07:15) Experience: Minimum 2 years License: State or compact licensure Certifications: BLS Must-Have: - Travel experience required - Previous charge experience preferred - Patient ratio experience: 6 Description: This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Medical Surgical care. The shift is during the night, from 18:45 to 07:15. A minimum of 2 years of experience is required. Travel experience is a must. Candidates must have previous charge experience preferred. Patient ratio during shifts is 6 to 1. The candidate must have experience with charting systems, preferably McKesson. The unit works with various interdisciplinary support including therapy and respiratory services. Key skills required include interpretation of dysrhythmias, use of rapid response teams, and bowel obstruction management. Nursing duties will also include care for colostomy/ileostomy, feeding tube management, renal failure care, and blood product administration. Candidates will need to manage peripheral and PICC line care, and be familiar with insulin and PCA administration. Other responsibilities will include wound care, maintaining IVs, and oxygen administration. The facility has an adult patient population with a daily census of approximately 17. Candidates must be willing to float within the hospital as needed. All applicants must comply with any vaccination requirements. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services. Travel nursing encourages self-reliance and independence. Managing your assignments, travel logistics, and personal well-being in new locations enhances your ability to thrive in diverse circumstances. Working with diverse teams in various settings enhances your communication skills. You learn to effectively communicate with colleagues, patients, and families from different backgrounds. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29481374EXPTEMP

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