RN - Acute Care Seasonal Nurse

RN - Acute Care Seasonal Nurse

Galva, KS $72,009 - $93,009 a year

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Seasonal Registered Nurse providing acute care during the busy winter months. This role offers flexible full-time or part-time day and night shifts with shift differentials and the opportunity for consistent, self-scheduled work close to home during the holiday season.

Essential Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care under physician guidance, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Mentor and support new staff and nursing students to foster a collaborative learning environment.
• Perform nursing duties within the scope defined by licensing boards and departmental policies.
• Assess patient needs accurately and maintain comprehensive care plans.
• Encourage patient independence by involving patients and families in care discussions, including medical issues, testing, medications, and self-care skills.
• Administer medications timely and manage medication orders with precision.
• Educate patients and families on physical, emotional, and psychosocial aspects of care, including disease processes and symptom management.
• Complete thorough and timely documentation in accordance with healthcare policies.
• Observe and report changes in patients' physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with privacy regulations regarding protected health information.
• Foster effective communication and professional relationships with patients, families, healthcare team members, and external agencies.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Experience

Previous experience in a similar acute care environment is preferred but not mandatory.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in a compact state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification from an approved provider within 30 days of hire or by orientation end.
• Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIHSS, or AWHONN may be required depending on department policy.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong nursing fundamentals and clinical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and keyboarding skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 lbs and frequent standing or walking (51-75% of the day) with or without accommodation.

This position offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment in a regional healthcare setting serving the Central Plains area.