TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104!
Job Title: Registered Nurse - Nephrology
Profession: RN
Specialty: Nephrology
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours per Shift: 36
Experience:
Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg and Stepdown experience required.
Charge experience is a significant plus.
License:
Current RN License from the appropriate state board.
Certifications:
Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
Must-Have:
Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services.
Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
Some computer skills.
Description:
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex.
Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients.
Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments.
Notes all changes in physician orders for assigned patients.
Assists physician in the examination of patients and performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.
Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients.
Observes physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary.
Administers medication as prescribed.
Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
Delivers patient care competently.
Interacts with family and patients in sharing care plans while in the hospital and at the time of discharge.
Informs patients and families of hospital procedures.
Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
Delegates tasks to support staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Familiarity with central line care and management, Foley care and management, and end-of-life care and management is preferred.
Knowledge of how to care for a dialysis site properly is required.