TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Normal, Illinois, 61761!
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Emergency Department
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum three (3) years of relevant nursing experience
License: State RN License in good standing
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC or TNS or TCRN
Must-Have: ED Nursing, Patient Assessment, Nursing Process, Plan of Care, Nursing Interventions
Description:
The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame.
The RN provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.
Responsibilities include performing all duties required by the unit as specific to the scope of service.
The RN implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice.
Maintaining up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care is essential to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
The RN completes initial assessments upon patient admission and develops appropriate plans of care in accordance with unit standards based on patient and family needs.
Implementation of the plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures is required.
The RN modifies the plan of care based on continuous evaluation.
Taking responsibility for patient and employee safety involves reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.
Effective communication is necessary to resolve issues directly and privately when necessary.
Providing constructive feedback aids in the professional development of peers.
The RN confers with colleagues to expand their knowledge base.
Identifying personal learning needs and taking initiative to begin appropriate solutions is encouraged.
Fulfilling all requirements of departmental competencies is mandatory.
Department-specific functions include implementing procedures and theories specific to ED nursing.
Patient assessment and care plan development must be in collaboration with providers, family, and patients.
Execution of the plan of care and nursing interventions is expected.
Modifications to care plans based on continuous assessment are the responsibility of the RN.
Ensuring patient and staff safety through appropriate nursing interventions is critical.
Adherence to safety standards and correcting/reporting safety hazards is required.
Effective communication and collaboration with staff, visitors, and families promote a healthy work environment.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation is necessary.