TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104!
Job Title: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Medical Surgical
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg and Stepdown experience required
License: Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC).
Certifications: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association.
Must-Have: Knowledge of nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
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 on assigned patients.
Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments.
Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients.
Observes the 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.