TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Peds CVICU RN in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104!
Job Title: RN CVICU Pediatrics
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: CVICU Pediatrics
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum of one year in a CVICU in a level I trauma setting
License: Current RN License or multistate compact RN License
Certifications: Current Basic Life Support and PALS certifications required
Must-Have: CVICU experience in a level I trauma setting
Description:
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to various 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 physiological manifestations, and intervenes when necessary.
Administers medication as prescribed.
Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
Delivers patient care competently.
Interacts with patients and families in sharing care plans while in the hospital and at 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.
Knowledge of professional nursing theories, practices, techniques, and procedures is required.
Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services while applying nursing techniques is necessary.
Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees is essential.
Good verbal and written communication skills are important.
Ability to respond effectively to the cultural and language needs of patients and visitors is required.
Some computer skills are necessary.