RN - OB GYN

Level 2 RN Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: ED Observation

Short Description: Minimum 2 years of experience required for this position. This is a straight night shift from 7 PM to 7:30 AM with every other weekend and holiday required, as well as on-call duties as needed. The role involves observing patients' physical conditions, providing basic nursing care, and assisting in the early detection of potential health issues. The nurse will work closely with doctors, specialists, and other healthcare team members to ensure that patients' conditions are regularly assessed and managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Monitoring and Assessment: Continuously monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation while ensuring timely updates and documentation. Assess patients' overall physical condition, including monitoring for changes in symptoms or sudden deterioration. Conduct routine physical exams and record observations related to patient health status. Document and report any significant changes in patient conditions to the medical team promptly.
• Basic Patient Care: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accurate dosage and proper delivery methods. Provide assistance with daily living activities such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and mobility as needed. Help patients with comfort measures, including positioning, pain management, and emotional support. Assist in the collection of patient samples for laboratory testing.
• Collaboration and Communication: Communicate effectively with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare team members regarding patient care plans and progress. Assist in coordinating and planning patient care to ensure timely interventions when necessary. Provide education to patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and care instructions. Update patient records regularly, documenting treatments, interventions, observations, and communications with healthcare providers.
• Emergency Response: Recognize and respond to changes in patient conditions that may require urgent care or intervention. Provide initial care and stabilization in emergencies and assist in escalating care when needed. Follow emergency protocols, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other life-saving techniques.
• Infection Control and Safety: Adhere to infection control policies, ensuring proper hygiene and sanitation in patient care environments. Ensure patient safety by following all safety protocols, including fall prevention measures and monitoring for signs of distress. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for both patients and staff.
• Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards. Record observations, interventions, medications, and communications in the medical chart. Ensure that all documentation is completed in a timely manner and accurately reflects the patient's condition.

Qualifications:

• Education: Registered Nurse with a valid nursing license.
• Experience: Previous experience in a medical-surgical unit, observation, or similar nursing field is required.
• Skills and Abilities: Strong observational skills to identify subtle changes in patient health. Excellent communication skills, with an ability to effectively engage with patients, families, and medical teams. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple patients and tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in basic nursing tasks, such as administering medications, wound care, and monitoring vital signs. Compassionate and patient-centered approach to nursing care.

Working Conditions:

• Shifts may include weekends and holidays, depending on staffing requirements.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting, and moving patients, as well as the ability to manage emergency situations.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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