Registered Nurse (RN) - Wise Medical Staffing

Job Summary: The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care, coordinates and collaborates with other healthcare professionals, and ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. This role involves assessing patient health, administering treatments, and supporting patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey.

Registered Nurse (RN) Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Care:

   • Assessment: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations, health histories, and identification of patient needs.
   • Treatment: Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and medical diagnoses. Administer medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed.
   • Monitoring: Monitor patients’ conditions, including vital signs, and recognize and respond to any changes in patient status. Document patient progress and outcomes accurately.

2. Clinical Duties:

   • Procedures: Perform and assist with various medical procedures, including wound care, catheter insertion, IV therapy, and diagnostic tests.
   • Coordination: Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare team members to deliver coordinated and effective patient care.
   • Emergency Response: Provide emergency care and respond to acute medical situations, implementing life-saving procedures as necessary.

3. Patient Education and Support:

   • Education: Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatment options, and self-care techniques. Provide information on medication management, lifestyle changes, and follow-up care.
   • Support: Offer emotional support and counseling to patients and families, addressing concerns and helping them navigate the healthcare system.

4. Care Coordination:

   • Communication: Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure clear understanding of care plans and treatment goals.
   • Discharge Planning: Assist with discharge planning, including providing instructions for home care, arranging follow-up appointments, and coordinating with community resources.

5. Documentation and Compliance:

   • Records: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including care plans, treatment notes, and patient responses.
   • Compliance: Adhere to healthcare regulations, standards, and policies, including infection control procedures and documentation requirements.

6. Professional Development:

   • Education: Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay current with best practices, new technologies, and changes in healthcare regulations.
   • Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to nursing students, new RNs, or less experienced staff members as needed.

Registered Nurse (RN) Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN) with a plan to complete BSN.
• Licensure: Valid RN license in the state of practice.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or specialty certifications may be required or preferred depending on the practice area.

Registered Nurse (RN) Skills:

• Clinical Skills: Proficiency in performing nursing procedures and delivering patient care across various medical conditions and settings.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to assess patient needs, make informed decisions, and respond to medical situations with sound judgment.
• Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate and patient-centered care, offering support and understanding to patients and families.
• Organization: Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritize patient care effectively.

Registered Nurse (RN) Work Environment:

• Typically works in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities. The role may require working irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Registered Nurse (RN) Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move patients, and perform tasks that require physical strength and dexterity.

MED SURG TRAVELERS MUST BE WILLING TO FLOAT TO ANY MS UNIT 

• 2 years current MS experience 
• Tele experience required
• Willingness to float- Required
• Basic Dysrhythmia course completion STRONGLY REQUIRED
• Meditech Expanse experience strongly preferred 
• BLS AND ACLS MUST BE IN HAND

contract - 13 weeks