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
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