RN - MS
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Med/Surg
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3 shifts per week
Hours per Shift: 11.5 hours (8:00 PM - 8:30 AM)
Experience: Minimum of two years Med/Surg experience in a large acute care hospital setting, with recent experience within the past year.
License: Active Registered Nurse License
Certifications: AHA BLS, AHA ACLS (for specific locations)
Must-Have:
- Physical assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Infection control
- IV therapy
Description:
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
Evaluate medical information and provide direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients.
Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications.
Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs.
Adjust specialized medical equipment as needed and interpret and record measurements.
Monitor patients' vitals and report adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
Collaborate on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
Answer questions and educate patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
Maintain and update patient files, medical charts, and health records.
Adhere to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
Candidate must be available to work every other weekend.
Experience in an acute care facility is preferred.