Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,053 per week in New York City, NY

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Medical-Surgical Duration: 14 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12.5 Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience, 2 years of medical unit experience preferred License: Active Registered Nurse License Certifications: BLS Must-Have: Med-Surg experience Description: The Clinical Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse who provides safe and competent quality care based on nursing theory and research. The role involves delivering patient care by incorporating professional practice models and applying the nursing process based on theory and evidence-based practice.

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Medical-Surgical Duration: 14 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12.5 Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience, 2 years of medical unit experience preferred License: Active Registered Nurse License Certifications: BLS Must-Have: Med-Surg experience Description: The Clinical Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse who provides safe and competent quality care based on nursing theory and research. The role involves delivering patient care by incorporating professional practice models and applying the nursing process based on theory and evidence-based practice. Clinical assessment and evaluation of patient care needs are essential, as is the application of critical thinking skills in patient care management. The Clinical Nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate the plan of care. Prioritization of patient care aspects, including teaching and planning after hospital care, is crucial. Patient and caregiver education is required, anticipating needs and readiness to learn. Effective and professional communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members is necessary. The nurse manages assignments within the Care Delivery Model and demonstrates effective resource allocation. Quality and safety of patient-centered care must be practiced, identifying barriers and opportunities for improvement. Clinical skills and knowledge crucial to quality and safety in the patient population served must be demonstrated. Engagement in formal and informal peer and institutional review processes is expected. Contributions to quality improvement projects and evidence-based practice activities are part of the role. The nurse will implement principles of high reliability to create a safe environment for patients. Documentation of nursing practice to support quality and performance improvement initiatives is required. Professional development through communication, ethical decision-making, and continuous learning is encouraged. Participation in shared decision-making through councils and committees will support the environment of care.