148 Travel Nurse Jobs
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The role of the Short Stay nurse is to monitor patients over a short period of time — usually up to 23 hours. Short Stay Units (SSUs) are located within hospitals, surgical centers, or ambulatory care centers. Job descriptions for nurses in this specialty note high turnover of patients; the nurse must be adept at responding to emergencies and changes in patient condition. If you are a Short Stay Unit nurse looking for your dream job, explore the travel nurse opportunities below.
Job responsibilities of nurses working in short stay units include monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and transferring or discharging patients. Nurses can expect a fast-paced environment and an ample amount of teamwork. Short Stay nurses provide education to patients about their condition and explain discharge instructions. Short Stay units, or observation units, can be specialized to include pediatrics or general surgery post-procedural units. Annual salaries in the United States for a Short Stay nurse range from $65,000 to $83,000.