RN Colon & Rectal Surgery

Location: Albany, NY
Contract Type: Travel
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12 Nights
Pay: $2,318.40/week
Completion Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Job Description

ATC Healthcare is seeking an RN Colon & Rectal Surgery nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in a post-surgical unit specializing in colorectal and urologic surgical patients. Nurses will work closely with Wound Ostomy and Continence teams and manage complex post-operative cases including TPN, NG tubes, and central lines. Epic experience is required. Local candidates are not accepted.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide post-operative care for colorectal and urologic surgery patients
• Manage patients with ostomies and complex wound care needs
• Coordinate care with Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses
• Monitor and manage TPN, NG tubes, and central lines
• Assess and respond to post-surgical complications
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR
• Follow infection prevention and surgical recovery protocols
• Support safe discharge planning and patient education

Qualifications

• Active RN license required
• Minimum 2 years RN experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year experience in a 600+ bed academic hospital required (with competency testing)
• Epic charting experience required
• BLS certification required
• Med/Surg or post-surgical experience required
• Must complete competency test within 24 hours of submission (if applicable)
• Must comply with scrub color policy (navy blue)
• Must meet local candidate eligibility rules

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties:
Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.

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