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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,242 per week

Company: Medasource
Location: Petersburg
Posted on: September 28, 2024

Job Description:

Medasource is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Petersburg, Virginia.Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Med Surg
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: TravelPrimary Function/General Purpose of Position:- The Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical functions as a care provider of a multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of patient care through using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation.- The RN possesses the basic knowledge of a patient's age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care, demonstrates strong skills related to effective time management and prioritizing patient care, contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement initiatives, collaborates with other professional disciplines, and supports the mission of the ministry to provide physical and psychological support to patients and families.Essential Job Functions:- In collaboration with members of interdisciplinary teams, the RN establishes goals and strategies for meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the patient.- The RN performs and documents complete patient assessments, initiates and maintains current nursing care plans for all assigned patients, identifies patient learning needs to provide individualized and comprehensive teaching, administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and hospital policies and procedures, serves as a point of contact for patient's care coordination throughout the hospital departments, acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department, and serves as a patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics.- This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.- Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/Certification:- Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)- BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)- ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification RN-BC (Registered Nurse - Board Certified) (preferred)- CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred)- PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred)- CMSRN Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (preferred)- National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred)Education:- Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred Skills Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and scope of practice of staff. Orients, facilitates learning experience, and provides education (based upon quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and others.- Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current standards of practice, policy and procedure, and hospital mission.- Performs comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive resources.- Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care.- Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery. Assesses patient's physical and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly.- Assists patient and family in coping with patient's illness.- Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care. Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.- Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their support resources.- Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely.- Advances personal and professional growth through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, and workshops.- Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions.- Integrates cost-effective measures into practice and models effective stewardship of available resources.- Practices self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances.- Protects the safety and privacy of all persons. Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies.- Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials May have periods of constant interruptions Prolonged periods of working alonePatient Population:- Adolescents (13-17 years)- Adults (18-64 years)- Geriatrics (65 years and older)Medasource Job ID #JO-2404-145758. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.About Medasource
    • Here at Medasource, the heartbeat of healthcare meets boundless opportunities! As a leading national healthcare consulting firm, we're dedicated to creating an unmatched experience for our consultants. We look for passionate individuals who not only embrace learning and adaptability but radiate excellence in the fast-paced world of healthcare.--
    • Ready to breathe new life into your healthcare career with Medasource? Let us be your compass in navigating success on your healthcare journey. Join our vibrant Clinical Services team and take your career to new heights!--
    • Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Modern Healthcare 2021 & 2022
    • Best in KLAS 2023--
    • Offices in 35+ cities--
      --Benefits
      • Vision benefits
      • Medical benefits
      • Dental benefits
      • Referral bonus
      • Holiday Pay
      • Weekly pay

Keywords: Medasource, Richmond , Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,242 per week, Healthcare , Petersburg, Virginia

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