Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,142 per week

Learnbeyond Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Coos Bay, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 10 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description:

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEESSupport the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of ***. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting ***. Be familiar with and adhere to the *** Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.POSITION SUMMARYWithin the RN scope of practice as defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, applies the nursing process to the care of patients. Teaches patients and significant others. Documents patient care in the medical record. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient.PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProficiently identifies and interprets cardiac rhythm strips; thoroughly knowledgeable regarding cardiac monitoring system and defibrillator functionsAssesses patients, as appropriate to the scope of care the nurse will provide. Assessments may include: physical, psychosocial, learning needs and barriers, needs related to age/culture, discharge planning.Establishes nursing diagnoses based on results of assessments and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.Plans care according to identified diagnoses and needs. Updates plan of care as appropriate.Implements/performs individualized care, based on nursing care plan and the nurses role with the patient. This care may include but not be limited to:Assisting with activities of daily living, including fall risk management and safe patient handling.Medication administrationSkin assessment/wound carePain managementOperation/manipulation of biomedical and other patient care and testing equipment, including but not limited to infusion pumps, patient transfer equipment, cardiopulmonary monitors, invasive catheters and drains, thermoregulation devices, measurement devices, medication dispensing cabinets, external therapeutic devices.Assisting the physician and other licensed, independent practitioners with invasive and non-invasive procedures.Teaching patients and their families about current illness, medical tests, medication, general healthcare, illness and disease prevention, and wellness promotion.Providing appropriate assignment, supervision, and direction to unlicensed assistive personnel in order to ensure optimum patient care.Providing interdisciplinary coordination and facilitation of overall care.Documents patient assessments, interventions, care, and teaching in the electronic medical record. Documents in paper format, as necessary. Documentation is complete, concise, timely, and legible.Evaluates care provided, communicates patient status and results of care to the interdisciplinary team.Other duties as assignedSKILLS AND ABILITIESAble to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English language.Exhibits critical thinking and problem-solving skillsFlexible, able to prioritize and adapt to rapidly-changing patient and unit needs.Demonstrates effective teaching skills.Responds effectively to patient crisis/emergency situationsProficient in use of computer, including accessing internet, word processing, and documenting in an electronic medical record system.Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job locationEDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREESOrganization approved workplace violence training required or obtained by the last day of the month after 90 day grace period.American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support card or obtain within 6 months of hireAmerican Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Emergency Nurses Association Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course card or obtain within 1 year of hireTrauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) card for initial certification or obtain within 1 year of hireNational certification in emergency nursing (CEN or equivalent) preferredLicensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of OregonAmerican Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) requiredEXPERIENCERecent emergency nurse experienceRecent (within past 5 years) acute care hospital experienceGENERAL INFORMATIONUnion Affiliation: ONAThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTSAble to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequentlyMay be required to lift up to 50 poundsMust use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluidsNeeds ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephoneRequires frequent use of personal computerMust demonstrate manual dexterity

Position Urgency:
Quick Start

Shifts:
Day Shift 12-36 (United States of America)

State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active

Minimum Years of Experience:
3

Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
36

Sub Specialty:
Emergency Room Nurse

General Certifications:, General Certifications(BLS/BCLS)

Nursing Certifications:

Contract Length in Weeks:
13

Learnbeyond Healthcare Job ID #301030. 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 Learnbeyond Healthcare

Benefits

• Referral bonus
• Life insurance