Job Title: MED-SURG
Location: Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Schedule: 7:00AM – 7:00PM x 3
Term: 13-week assignment with the potential for extension
Pay Rate: $59 – $64/hr
Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a MED-SURG for a temporary assignment in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. These positions are 13-week contracts with the ability to extend.
Responsibilities for a MED-SURG:
• Provide patient care within the RN scope of practice and in accordance with physician/provider orders
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, nursing interventions, reassessments, and evaluation of care provided
• Monitor patients for changes in condition and report abnormal findings to the appropriate provider
• Administer medications, IV therapy, oxygen therapy, blood products, and other treatments accurately and timely
• Operate infusion pumps and document accurately in the electronic health record
• Complete required Cerner documentation in accordance with competencies, training, policies, and procedures
• Use Care Compass to organize and document assessments, care tasks, procedures, and patient education
• Perform age-specific nursing care, including assessment and reassessment of patient condition
• Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation, and take appropriate action when needed
• Provide patient and family education related to disease process, treatment plans, medications, pain management, wound care, discharge planning, and follow-up care
• Transfer care using SBAR format when appropriate
• Follow infection prevention practices, universal precautions, and National Patient Safety Goals
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect patient rights, dignity, and privacy
• Collaborate with providers, staff, and other departments to support interdisciplinary patient care
• Serve as a mentor to other nursing staff and support continuous learning
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, service excellence, sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Comply with all facility policies, procedures, safety requirements, confidentiality standards, and department expectations
Benefits for a MED-SURG:
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan (matching)
- Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
- Referral Bonus up to $1,500
Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.
