TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104!
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Emergency Services
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night shifts
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum of one year of nursing experience required
License: Current RN License from the state Board of Nursing or a current multistate compact RN License
Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and ACLS certifications required
Must-Have: Knowledge of nursing theories and practices, good communication skills, ability to maintain effective working relationships
Description:
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital setting to various patients with health issues ranging from simple to complex.
Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients.
Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments while noting all changes in physician orders for assigned patients.
Assists physicians in examining patients and performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments.
Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients and observes their physiological manifestations, intervening when necessary.
Administers medication as prescribed and initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
Delivers patient care competently and interacts with patients and their families to share care plans while in the hospital and at discharge.
Informs patients and families of hospital procedures.
Makes referrals regarding patients' care needs to appropriate personnel.
Delegates tasks to support staff as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates the ability to respond effectively to the cultural and language needs of patients.
Maintains good working relationships with other healthcare team members.
Demonstrates some computer skills for patient care documentation and communication.