TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified OR RN in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN Surgical Specialty
Specialty: Surgical/Transplant
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12 Days
Hours per Shift: 36
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of acute care surgical experience is required. Stepdown/PCU experience preferred. Transplant experience preferred.
License: Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or current multistate compact RN License.
Certifications: Current Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Must-Have: Acute care surgical floor experience.
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 the physician in examining patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.
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 the care plan while in the hospital and at the time of discharge.
Informs patient and family of hospital procedures.
Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
Delegates tasks to support staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position requires a mix of medical and surgical patient care.
Nurses in this role will work with post-surgical patients requiring close monitoring for potential complications.
Successful candidates will possess strong communication skills and be able to respond to cultural and language needs of patients.
Good organizational abilities are essential to coordinate and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques effectively.
The role requires an ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues.
Some computer skills are necessary for documentation and communication tasks.
Preceptor and charge experience are preferred.