Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,296 per week in Paducah, KY

Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, CAUTIs, and documentation auditing. Perform and document comprehensive patient assessments in accordance with RN scope of practice, considering culture, age, developmental level, and risk factors.

TravelNurseSource is working with Malone Healthcare to find a qualified OR RN in Paducah, Kentucky, 42001!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document comprehensive patient assessments in accordance with RN scope of practice, considering culture, age, developmental level, and risk factors
• Develop individualized care plans by determining desired outcomes in coordination with patients, families, and the inter-professional team
• Implement patient care therapies and procedures with clinical autonomy within scope of practice; explain procedures and treatments to patients and families
• Recognize, respond to, and communicate changes in patient condition; conduct and document ongoing assessments using the nursing process
• Delegate tasks appropriately and monitor accuracy and completeness of patient care provided by other team members
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, CAUTIs, and documentation auditing

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN or ASN)
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with care team members
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety issues and implement appropriate safety measures
• Proficiency with or ability to be trained on relevant computer systems and applications

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous nursing experience in an operating room or surgical setting
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to practice in a patient-centered environment that emphasizes evidence-based care, nursing excellence, and a collaborative team culture
• Engage in meaningful quality improvement initiatives that directly impact patient outcomes and safety